PACU CNA

Sturdy Memorial Hospital•Attleboro, MA

2d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Performing under the direction of the RN/LPN and as a member of the unit-based patient care team, the Certified Nursing Assistant performs duties of direct and indirect patient care. As delegated, the direct patient care tasks includes but are not limited to activities of daily living, vital signs, glucometry, EKG’s, weights and Intake/Output data collection. Indirect patient care activities include, but are not limited to, transport, restocking and/or obtaining patient care supplies. In addition, the C.N.A. is responsible for responding in a timely manner to the needs of patients and family members and taking a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit. They function within policies, procedures and guidelines of Sturdy Memorial Hospital in accordance with Joint Commission, CDC and OSHA standards.

Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent required.
Certification as a nursing assistant.
BLS Required.
CNA certification.
Command of verbal and written English.
Excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability.
Ability to perform simple math calculations.
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships across all areas of responsibility.
Commitment to customer relations and continuous quality improvement.
Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served.
Ability to perform essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the work place, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills needed to assist in providing patient care.
Good organizational skills.
Personal maturity.
Accuracy and flexibility.

Responsibilities

Performing direct and indirect patient care as delegated by RN/LPN.
Assisting with activities of daily living.
Monitoring vital signs, glucometry, EKG’s, weights and Intake/Output data collection.
Transporting patients and restocking/obtaining patient care supplies.
Responding in a timely manner to patient and family needs.
Taking a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit.
Functioning within policies, procedures and guidelines of Sturdy Memorial Hospital in accordance with Joint Commission, CDC and OSHA standards.