CNA - Med/Surg - PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of an RN carries out quality patient care from ages newborn to geriatric as well as Transitions-Post Acute Care (T-PAC) on an assigned unit according to hospital policies and procedures, functioning within the limitation of job scope, assuring patient comfort. Assures patient/family needs are met. Demonstrates knowledge of patient/staff safety measures. Provides for open communication within the unit, with patients, families, physician and other units.

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, carries out quality patient care according to hospital policies and procedures, functioning within the limitations of job scope.
• Participates in nursing reports by receiving and contributing to status reports of patients.
• Assists staff nurse with physical care of patients
• Assists staff nurses with patient monitoring and records observations accurately.
• Maintains skill level required to care for routine patients.
• Recognizes and appropriately reports changes in patient condition to the responsible nurse.
• Assures that Patient/Family needs are met.
• Makes rounds of the patient rooms and documents accordingly
• Assists with or transports patients as necessary.
• Keeps area adequately stocked with supplies.
• Recognizes and responds to priorities in patient care.
• Maintains timely documentation in EHR

Requirements:

• PRN minimum requirement: 2 shifts per month, 1 holiday per year
• Completion of a state certified training program.
• CNA required or eligible within 60 days or FT student enrolled in RN or LPN Transcripts must be on file.
• At least one year's relevant experience preferred.
• BLS required or eligible within 60 days.