C.N.A.; Critical Care Unit; PRN; WKND Rotating

Bothwell Regional Health Center•Sedalia, MO

3h•$16 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant provides population-specific care and assists with collecting data for objective assessment. The role identifies patients’ needs and requirements and reports them to the charge nurse or team leader, while working within the scope of practice for Nursing. The Nursing Assistant reports directly to the charge nurse or team leader. The position involves direct patient contact and may include exposure to infections, communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, radiation, and electromechanical hazards. Work takes place indoors in a well-lighted and ventilated environment and may involve emergency or crisis situations, irregular hours, and frequent interruptions. The role must comply with ADA guidelines.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Completion of a certified nurse assistant course.
BLS certification required within six months of employment.
Must have Missouri CNA certification, EMT certification, or have completed a Fundamentals Class in nursing school.
Successful completion of hospital orientation.

Responsibilities

Provide appropriate patient care, including bathing, taking vital signs, glucose monitoring, walking, and answering call lights as needed.
Report abnormal vital signs and glucose readings to the nurse overseeing patient care.
Report changes in a patient's condition to the nurse caring for that patient.
Document accurately and in detail in the EMR as needed.
Maintain a clean environment, including straightening rooms and emptying drains.
Protect medical records and maintain HIPAA compliance.
Complete incident reports for actual events and near misses as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Support the organizational and departmental mission and demonstrate knowledge of the Strategic Plan and Hospital Key Initiatives.
Promote teamwork, resolve conflicts constructively and promptly, and communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.
Maintain a positive, courteous, and friendly attitude and build supportive working relationships.
Use sound judgment, reasoning, attention to detail, and personal accountability in carrying out job duties.
Remain customer-focused and committed to quality, process improvement, and service excellence.
Maintain knowledge of applicable practice standards, computer skills, population-specific and general competencies, organizational skills, and time and project management.
Pursue learning and professional growth to improve skills and provide the best possible care.