Patient Care Tech/CNA , Post Partum Unit, Part-Time Days

UHS•Reno, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Medical Center is part of Northern Nevada Health System, a regional multi-facility system that has excelled at offering quality care to residents of the greater Truckee Meadows. Sierra Medical Center is a 170-bed acute care hospital offering services including 24/7 ER care, cardiology, oncology, labor and delivery, level II NICU, surgical and orthopedic services, and much more. This CNA opportunity is part time @ 24 hours per week, offers full benefits and a convenient day shift schedule. This dynamic individual will provide direct patient care to high risk patients and indirect patient care under the direction of a RN or physician. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, emotional support and performs more complex clinical skills under the direction of a RN. Remains in constant attendance with the patient. Provides for personal care, comfort and assists with safe, clean environment. Provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. The concepts of Patient Centered Care will provide the foundation for all nursing care. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent.
Current CNA certification in the state of Nevada required.
Current BLS certificate required.

Responsibilities

Completes bedside shift report in the room at the beginning and end of each shift.
Ensures patient is provided with names and contact numbers for members of the care team on the communication board every shift.
Meets with supervising RN at the beginning of each shift to receive delegation of tasks.
Involves the patient and family psychosocial, spiritual, emotional, population specific, and diversity needs in care.