CNA - Med/Surg - 3G - FT - Night

Description

Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) functions within the Scope of Practice outlined by the Maryland Board of Nursing. The C.N.A assists the Registered Nurse and interdisciplinary team in the safe delivery of quality patient care, while supporting unit operations.

This position supports the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the Frederick Health Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the Frederick Health Standards of Behavior.

Unit Description

3G is the largest medical-surgical nursing unit at Frederick Health Hospital, featuring 41 all private patient rooms. Our team provides comprehensive care to a diverse patient population, caring for individuals with a wide range of medical diagnoses as well as patients recovering from various surgical procedures.

Our fast-paced environment provides staff with the opportunities to care for patients with varying levels of complexity while developing a broad range of skills. Several nurses hold national certifications in medical surgical nursing demonstrating advanced knowledge and commitment to patient care. At 3G, we are committed to delivering safe, compassionate patient-centered care while working together as a team to support our patients, their families and one another. And we are proud to be designated as a Magnet nursing hospital and named A Great Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s.

Essential Functions

• In a team relationship with a registered nurse, and under the instruction, direction, and supervision of a nurse, the CNA shall:
  • Collect and record routine health data that is defined but not limited to cultural, religious and socioeconomic background and activities of daily living.
  • Orally report the health status data as required by the nurse.
  • Provide feedback to the nurse regarding the nurse-directed plan of care, which is being implemented.
  • Provide feedback to the nurse about the patient’s expressed wishes concerning the plan of care.
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living as delegated by the nurse, including but not limited to:
  • Morning, evening, and general care to include bathing, mouth care, hair care, shaving, and skin care according to individual patient needs.
  • Repositioning patients to prevent skin breakdown.
  • Ensuring patients are out of bed and ambulated according to physician orders and RN direction.
  • Preparing for and assisting patients with meals, nourishments and beverages.
• Perform interventions as delegated by a registered nurse, including but not limited to:
  • Hourly rounding to include the 4 P’s: Pain, Potty, Personal Needs; Possessions.
  • Blood glucose testing, vital signs, pulse oximetry, height, weight, SCD’s, indwelling urinary catheter removal, indwelling peripheral intravenous catheter removal, simple wound care to uncomplicated healing surgical wounds, and/or other equipment required by each department.
• Record routine data and care provided on appropriate documents.
• Identify the need for assistance and request assistance when the CAN is unsure about the condition; does not know how to do an activity; or is working in a new practice setting.
• Report the patient’s response and the patient’s progress to the nurse at designated times and/or when there is a change in the patient’s condition.
• Quality of care activities
• Continued learning
• Completion of appropriate delegated assignments.
• Adhere to local, state and federal guidelines and regulations regarding client confidentiality and privacy rights. Direct all patient requests for information to the nurse.
• Advocate for the patient by reporting to the nurse statements expressed by the patient or family regarding request for information; concerns about care; patient needs; and collaboration with other health care team members by reporting information and data regarding the patient in a timely, truthful and complete manner.
• Reinforce the nurse’s health teaching in accordance with the facility, employer, and at the direction of the registered nurse’s written instruction. Report the patient’s response to teaching or requests for additional information.
• Completes mandatory education requirement for the hospital and department.
• Assists in orienting new employees to the department.
• Stays informed of unit/hospital events by reading minutes or attending staff meetings.
• Serves on committees and projects as necessary.
• Comply with all local, state and federal guidelines and regulations governing Certified Nursing Assistant practice.
• Comply with the C.N.A. code of ethics in accordance with COMAR 10.39.07;
• Performs safely and competently all activities as assigned or delegated.
• Keeps the department clean and orderly: kitchen, soiled utility room, clean utility room, etc.
• Floats to other units as assigned.
• Transports patients as needed.
• Performs the duties of a patient care companion as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology
• Ability to use technology and equipment to perform job duties.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective use of proper body mechanics when handling patients, supplies and equipment.
• Ability to handle a physically demanding environment.
• Skills and abilities to perform all job description duties according to the age specific patient population served by their department.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

• CNA Certification from the Maryland Board of Nursing as required by Health Occupations Article Title 8-6A-01.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Department Manager. Receives supervision from the Director, Manager, and/or Registered Nurse.

Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.

Hourly range: $20.25 - $27.77

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• CPR/BLS
• Cert Nursing Assistant

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