Unit Support Associate- LGH C23 (Medical ICU) Every Weekend (12 hr shifts x2/ 7a-7p)

Centra Health • Lynchburg, VA

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About The Position

This is a multi-skilled position requiring patient care and clerical duties. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed professional nurse (nurse), the Certified Nursing Aide - Unit Support Associate provides care appropriate to the patient population served and daily routine patient care needs. The CNA-USA performs their duties based on the unit care delivery model. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to deliver care as outlined by the nurse. In addition, the CNA-USA performs a variety of duties and may serve as a health unit coordinator, monitor tech, perform secretarial or clerical duties for unit leadership, or serve in another specialized capacity as unit needs dictate. The CNA-USA adheres to a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment. The CNA's practice reflects the laws and regulations for a Certified Nurse Aide as outlined by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a state approved Nurse Aide education program.
• Must be certified as a Nurse Aide by the Department of Health Professions of Virginia.
• Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma / GED
• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience.
• Clinical background within a Cardiology setting.
• Experience in Home Health.
• Experience in Hospice or Homecare.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents patient care under the direction of the registered or licensed practical nurse and as outlined in the plan of care.
• Promotes patient comfort by answering call lights and communicating observations or patient needs to the nursing staff.
• Contributes to a safe and efficient admission, transfer, and/or discharge process.
• Maintains patient rights to comfort, privacy, and dignity in the process of providing care.
• Creates and maintains a clean and safe environment on the unit and within patient rooms.
• Communicates and collaborates with staff, families and other departments utilizing effective communication skills.
• Effectively coordinates communications involving incoming calls, pages, nurse call light system, and other modalities.
• Follows organization's policies and procedures in the delivery of care and while interacting with other caregivers.
• May handle medication that is delivered by the Pharmacy and transport the medication to an appropriate storage area.
• Applies unit service excellence best practices in approaching patients, visitors, physicians, and colleagues.
• Uses resources cost effectively.
• Participates in quality and performance improvement initiatives.
• Consistently practices Centra safety behaviors.
• Handles conflict resolution opportunities in an appropriate, timely, and consistent manner.
• Engages in own professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED