CNA MRMC - Float Pool - Per Diem
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. The role supports patients with activities of daily living and helps maintain a safe and clean environment. This is a per-diem position in the MRMC Float Pool. The Nursing Assistant observes patients at risk for injury; obtains and reports vital signs, pulse oximetry, and non-invasive blood pressure; performs blood glucose testing and EKGs as indicated; assists with safe patient transportation; and reports changes in condition or behavior. The role also retrieves and cleans equipment, documents patient information and care in the electronic medical record, handles specimens according to MRMC standards, follows infection-control precautions, maintains environmental safety, and applies age-specific knowledge and communication when caring for patients. The position requires current CPR certification or CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must meet at least one of the listed nursing-assistant experience, training, certification, or program-participation qualifications. A signing bonus may be available; eligibility is confirmed during the interview process.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current CPR certification; if not currently certified, CPR/BLS is required within 30 days of hire.
- Must meet at least one of the following: one year of nursing assistant experience; completion of a nursing assistant training program; current nursing assistant certification (CNA); or participation in the MRMC nursing assistant training program.
Responsibilities
- Provide constant observation for patients at risk for injury.
- Obtain and report vital signs, pulse oximetry, and non-invasive blood pressure.
- Perform blood glucose testing and EKGs as indicated.
- Provide safe patient transportation and report changes in condition or behavior.
- Retrieve and clean equipment between uses and follow equipment-management protocols on the assigned unit.
- Record intake, output, height, weight, and vital signs in the electronic medical record.
- Document blood glucose results, personal care completion, and patient activity.
- Keep the call light within patient reach and the bed in a low position 100% of the time.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Collect and transport specimens according to MRMC standards.
- Use all safety measures when transporting patients.
- Wash hands before and after patient care and follow infection-control guidelines for patients on precautions.
- Maintain current CPR certification and job-related competencies.
- Precept new nursing assistants according to the department orientation plan.
- Take responsibility for own actions in patient care delivery.
- Apply knowledge of growth and development stages and demonstrate age-appropriate communication and support.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
