Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- FT- Days- Transitional Holding - 19396

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- FT- Days- Transitional Holding

DHR Health - US:TX:Edinburg - Days

Summary:

FLSA STATUS: Exempt Non-Exempt

MISSION STATEMENT:

Our Mission is to improve the well-being of those we serve with a commitment to excellence: every patient, every encounter, every time.

VISION:

Our Vision is to create a world-class health system to advance medicine and increase access for the communities we serve by empowering caregivers to heal through compassion, knowledge, innovation, integrated care and excellence.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed nurse RN, the CNA is responsible for assisting with direct patient care within the scope of their practice as well as other work on the unit which supports the patient environment. The CNA assists staff to ensure optimal patient care and assists the healthcare team to provide and maintain a clean, safe, and attractive environment for patients. Work will include components of direct patient care, nutrition, observation, documentation, transportation of patients and supplies, and general maintenance of the patient environment. The CNA is responsible for maintaining his/her own clinical and mandatory education requirements and for meeting the established standards of their profession as well as those accountable for his/her practice, assigned duties/patient care, and is an advocate for patients/families and their profession. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific patient populations and cultural diversity during the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. Promotes an environment of care. Supports the organizational vision and mission.

POSITION EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduated from an accredited Certified Nurse Assistant or PCT program

Current CNA or Patient Care Tech certification required

Current BLS/CPR certification required.

Must be able to be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.

Good written and verbal communication skills required.

Ability to read, write and speak English, required

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians

Prefer hospital experience

JOB KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year continuous experience preferred.

Able to adjust and/or troubleshoot monitoring equipment, and computer equipment.

Must be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.

Exhibits tact, enthusiasm, and patience.

Must be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.

Must have proficient organizational skills and computer skills

Must have excellent customer service skills.

High degree of competency/experience in general. Requires good communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Promotes the facility mission, vision and values by effectively communicating them to others. Considers mission, vision and values in developing services, standards and practice Adhere to instructions issued by the department's leadership and perform duties in accordance with established DHR routines, methods and techniques, and in compliance with the recognized policies, procedures, standards and practices and within the state Regulatory Acts

Follows Standard Precautions and OSHA Guidelines. Follows specific precautions (i.e. MRSA, contact, respiratory) as necessary

Maintain an organized, neat, well stocked resident unit

Prepare and maintain a record of observations and care given. Documents information clearly and completely utilizing correct forms and in a timely manner

Assist with admissions to the unit, Orient family members/responsible parties to the unit; provide hospitality to residents' families/responsible parties

Maintain a safe, secure, comfortable environment for every resident

Participate in and receive report daily at start of shift. Plan and organize work assignment; prioritize the specific needs of residents

Support nursing staff in a calm, efficient manner during acute, emergency situations Bathe residents by multiple methods: tub/whirlpool, shower, bed bath and perineal care. Dress ad groom (brush hair, shave, oral hygiene, etc. ) residents

Provide nail care

Make occupied and unoccupied beds

Measure and report vital signs: temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure

Weigh residents monthly as ordered and record

Measure and record intake and output

Provide care to minimize the risk of skin breakdown by being attentive to the resident's hygiene, proper positioning and injury prevention. Observe and report the presence of skin breakdown to nursing staff.

Properly and safely lift, move transfer and position residents in bed, wheelchairs and while using other equipment

Safely feed residents as ordered, following prescribed feeding protocols. Record resident's intake and report any changes.

Provide adequate care to ill/injured residents under the direction of the nursing staff. Apply adaptive devices and restraints as ordered. Monitor residents closely per DHR policies and procedures

Accurately observe, recognize changes and report to nursing staff in a timely fashion. Communicate any changes from norm, of "unusual" observation to the nurse in a timely fashion. Report accidents, with or without injury, promptly to immediate supervisor.

Comply with policies, procedures and specific protocols for resident's lifts and transfers as designated by the care plan. Willingly seek help and assist others in lifting activities

Cooperate with other staff members to ensure maximum residents care and completeness of assignment. Assist peers with job task; offer to help peers as time permits. Work with others as a team to assure residents are out of bed, routine care is being provided and positioning is routinely being done. Bring patient care issues to the attention of the Charge nurse

Other information:

LINES OF REPSONSIBILITIES:

(Chain-of-command)

1. Registered Nurse ? 2. Director ? 3. Chief Nursing Officer

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Provide excellent customer service to all DHR customers. All employees are required to attend the DHR C.A.R.E.S program which outlines the Customer Service Principals including: Commitment, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service.

AGE SPECIFIC:

Employees must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirement relative to his or her age.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: (ADA):

A. Essential Duties: Indicated by bold print within performance standards, preceding individual numbered criteria.

The following table provides physical requirements that will be associated with, but not limited to, this position:

Light/moderate lifting up to 20 lbs, from the floor to shoulder height. - Yes - Kneeling - Yes

Must be able to assist other employees with lifting more than 20 lbs. - Yes - Walking - Yes

Light/moderate carrying up to 20 lbs. - Yes - Standing/Squatting - Yes

Straight pulling - Yes - Sitting - Yes

Pulling hand over hand - Yes - Pushing - Yes

Repeated bending - Yes - Stooping/Bending - Yes

Reaching above shoulder - Yes - Climbing Stairs - Yes

Simple grasping - Yes - Climbing Ladders - No

Dual simultaneous grasping - Yes - Depth Perceptions needed - Yes

Ability to see - Yes - Identify Colors - Yes

Operating office equipment - Yes - Twisting - Yes

Operating mechanical equipment - Yes - Crawling - No

Ability to read and write - Yes - Ability to Count - Yes

Ability to hear verbal communication without aid - Yes - Operating Personal Vehicle - Yes

Ability to comprehend written/verbal communication - Yes - Other: Ability to deal with stress - Yes

OSHA Category - III

B. Working Conditions: The individual spends over 95% of his/her time in an air-