CNA-Day Surgery/PACU

Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.)

Overview Medical, dental, and vision premiums paid by employer! Hourly Rate: Min: $20.48 Max: $31.36 Full-Time Day Shift- 6:30a.m.-7:00 p.m. Week 1-Thurs, Fri, Sat/ Week 2-Sun, Thurs, Fri

Definition of Position: The C.N.A. works under the direct supervision of the departmental Registered Nurses providing basic nursing care to surgical patients. All nursing care provided will be within the scope of C.N.A. certification and in accordance with hospital policy and procedures. Responsible for carrying out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Good Shepherd Health Care System.

Responsibilities Essential Job Functions:

• Assist the patient with ADLs such as dressing, toileting (including using bedpans, urinals, and commodes), assist with ambulation.
• Assisting patients with personal hygiene as needed such as peri-care and catheter care.
• Perform surgical prep such as clipping, nasal swabs, and applications of SCD's.
• Transports patients to and from the unit.
• Prepare patient rooms for procedures.
• Measuring and recording blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature, and oxygen status.
• Collects and labels specimens appropriately.
• Ensure patient safety including but not limited to proper transferring techniques and following infection prevention procedures.
• Meeting the appropriate documentation guidelines in the EMR.
• Communicate professionally with patients and families.
• Reporting significant changes in patients' conditions to appropriate nursing staff.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education Required: High School diploma or GED.
• Licenses/certifications/registrations Required: CNA License, Basic life support certificate.
• Experience Required: CNA experience required.
• Preferred: 1 year Hospital CNA experience. Experience with glucometer, space labs, epic charting, bladder scanner, blood pressure cuffs, SCD machines.
• Other: Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality. Convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing grief, pain or trauma. Relate to others in a manner that creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation. Communicate effectively and therapeutically with people from all backgrounds. Incorporate guest relations into daily activities.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and sensory functions described below are essential to the successful performance of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The position requires sufficient auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication. Clear and effective communication is essential, as is the ability to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Visual acuity is necessary for observing patient conditions, reading documentation and monitors, and distinguishing colors for clinical purposes, such as identifying medications or safety indicators. Tactile perception is also important for assessing physical characteristics such as temperature, size, shape, or texture during patient care. Motor coordination is required for reaching, grasping, handling, and performing fine motor tasks necessary for the use of medical equipment and procedures. The position also involves occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling when assisting patients or accessing equipment. Walking and standing are typically continuous throughout the shift. The role requires the ability to lift to 50 pounds independently and involves frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning of objects or patients weighing up to 25 pounds. There may also be occasional lifting or transferring of individuals weighing over 100 pounds, with the expectation that appropriate lifting techniques, mechanical aids, or team assistance will be used to ensure safety. May sit for long periods of time.

Working Conditions: This position is performed primarily in an indoor healthcare environment, such as a hospital, clinic, or long-term care facility. While the work setting is protected from outdoor weather conditions, it may be subject to variable indoor temperatures. The role involves frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, and medical equipment, with the expectation that all staff follow appropriate safety protocols and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. The health care environment can be fast-paced and unpredictable, requiring the ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances, including high-pressure or emergency situations. The work setting also involves multiple simultaneous demands and varying levels of noise due to medical equipment, staff activity, and patient needs.