Certified Nursing Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current California Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• Demonstrated dedication to customer service and ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and healthcare colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a licensed CNA in an acute care facility, such as a hospital or medical center, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients’ physical, emotional, and social needs and report findings to the RN.
• Participate in implementing patient care and contribute to the care plan under RN supervision.
• Promote the safety and comfort of patients, families, and significant others.
• Reduce the risk of healthcare-acquired infections by following CDC handwashing guidelines and CSMC isolation policy.
• Safely use restraints when requested by the charge nurse or primary RN and follow precautions and initiatives intended to reduce patient harm.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobilization, and out-of-bed activities.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms and care areas.
• Accompany patients to tests and procedures.
• Check vital signs and weight, record intake and output, and dispense or retrieve patient-care supplies.
• Report abnormal vital signs to the charge nurse or primary RN.
• Accurately document patient care in electronic medical records.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits
• Competitive salaries
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance