Certified Nurses' Aide (CNA)-Acute IP/Emergency

Job Description

Job Description

Your Future Starts Here!  Are you motivated to do your best work? Do you want to connect with others who are embracing their professional potential? Then join our teams at Southeast Colorado Hospital District.  Southeast Colorado Hospital District is on the rolling plains of Springfield, Colorado. Our mission is to focus on the well-being of people in our service area through programs designed to achieve and sustain a state of good health by providing a wide-ranging healthcare system.  

We offer a comprehensive benefit package as well as ample paid leave.  If you want to become part of this growing organization and know you can make a difference where respect, compassion, quality, collaboration and empathy are our values, then we would love to talk about your future!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists with routine nursing care to patients in the Acute care hall and Emergency Department as directed by the Charge Nurse and in accordance with the hospital’s objectives and policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Charge Nurse and licensed nursing staff with implementation of patient care plans and performs delegated nursing care duties within scope of practice.
• Provides personal care and assists patients with bathing, grooming, oral care, toileting, feeding, mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living.
• Assists with patient positioning, ambulation, turning, coughing, deep-breathing exercises, and other comfort measures.
• Measures, records, and reports vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, calorie counts, and other assigned patient information.
• Observes patients and promptly reports changes in condition or concerns to licensed nursing staff.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, discharges, and Emergency Department registration when registration staff is unavailable.
• Collects and transports specimens and assists with delegated treatments, diagnostic procedures, and pre- and post-procedure care.
• Transports patients for diagnostic testing, treatments, and therapies.
• Provides compassionate care and emotional support to patients and families while respecting patient rights.
• Assists with postmortem care as directed.
• Maintains accurate patient care documentation and inventories patient belongings as required.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment, including beds, equipment, and supplies.
• Follows infection prevention, isolation, and body substance precaution procedures.
• Participates in patient reports, care planning, care conferences, staff meetings, and required in-service education.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A current Colorado Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) license or temporary permit to practice as a graduate nurse’s aide in the State of Colorado.
• Current CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of related healthcare or patient care experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be able to work efficiently both independently and collaboratively with teams and leadership while demonstrating a high level of integrity, sound judgment, and attention to detail. This role requires professionalism in all interactions with employees, patients, and the public, along with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all SECHD, state, and federal policies and regulations. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with a professional and compassionate demeanor. Computer proficiency and the ability to learn new software systems are required. Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations is preferred. Dependability, initiative, and the ability to see tasks through to completion are critical, as is a commitment to safety, quality, and working under stressful conditions and/or irregular hours.

ADAAA Accommodations: Southeast Colorado Hospital District is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. 

Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided with reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Tara Silvey at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or View email address on ziprecruiter.com at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. 

Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or View email address on ziprecruiter.com.  

Non-Discrimination Statement: Southeast Colorado Hospital District believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Southeast Colorado Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status as required by law. Inquiries may be directed to: Human Resources Director, Southeast Colorado Hospital District, 373 10th Avenue, Springfield, CO 81073, or View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or View email address on ziprecruiter.com.