Certified Nursing Assistant

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Certified Nursing Assistant

OM CLINIC Full Time Omaha, NE, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1032

About the Role

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports operations, patient flow, and procedural readiness in a fast-paced outpatient surgical environment. This role assists with patient preparation, positioning, vital signs, comfort care, room turnover, supply management, and documentation support under the direction of RNs and providers. The CNA works closely with nurses, surgical technologists, and providers to help ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout the pre-procedure, procedure, and recovery phases of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily operations, patient flow, procedure schedules, and room readiness.
• Assist RNs and providers with pre-procedure and post-procedure patient care, including obtaining and documenting vital signs, patient positioning, comfort measures, and patient monitoring under nursing supervision.
• Prepare patients for procedures by assisting with gowning, positioning, safety checks, and comfort needs, under the direction of the RN or provider.
• Assist RNs and providers during outpatient procedures, including room setup, supplies, equipment preparation, patient positioning support, and post-procedure room turnover.
• Set up, clean, and turn over procedure rooms, pre-op bays, and recovery areas between patients according to healthcare standards, infection prevention practices, and safety requirements.
• Maintain supplies and clinical equipment in a clean, organized, and ready-to-use condition within the scope of the role.
• Stock and organize procedure rooms, pre-op and recovery areas, and supply rooms to support efficient patient care.
• Assist with supply management, including monitoring inventory, identifying supply needs, checking out dates, and communicating replenishment needs to appropriate team members.
• Assist with patient transport within the center, including transfers to and from procedure rooms, recovery areas, and discharge, following safety protocols.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition, comfort, or behavior to the RN or provider promptly.
• Support patient communication in a professional, compassionate, and service-oriented manner, escalating clinical questions or concerns to nursing staff or providers as appropriate.
• Document patient care activities, vital signs, and related tasks accurately in the electronic medical record within scope of practice and under RN oversight.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all applicable center policies, HIPAA requirements, safety standards, and infection prevention practices.
• Other duties as needed by the practice.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or registration in good standing required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Ambulatory surgery center, procedural clinic, surgical, vascular, or acute care experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to support patient care needs and outpatient procedural workflows in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering excellent patient service.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families or caregivers, providers, nurses, and team members.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Ability to follow directions, work within scope of practice, maintain confidentiality, and escalate clinical concerns appropriately.

Work Environment and Schedule

• Work is performed primarily in a professional outpatient procedural center environment.
• This role involves frequent interaction with patients, families or caregivers, providers, nurses, and internal team members in person, by phone, and through electronic communication systems.
• The position requires regular use of clinical and office equipment, including computers, phones, electronic medical record systems, procedure-related equipment, and standard procedural equipment.
• The role involves exposure to standard healthcare conditions, including bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, medications, and infectious materials, and requires adherence to infection control, privacy, safety, and clinical practice policies.
• Schedule is generally during regular business hours, with flexibility needed to support patient care schedules, procedure schedules, and occasional changes in workflow.
• Regular, reliable attendance and punctuality are essential to support patient care coordination, provider schedules, and overall center operations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, reach, and move throughout the center for extended periods while supporting patient care and clinical operations.
• Ability to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, electronic medical record system, and other standard office and clinical equipment throughout the workday.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and in writing with patients, families or caregivers, providers, nurses, and team members.
• Ability to assist with patient positioning, transfers, ambulation, and related patient care activities in accordance with safety guidelines and role requirements.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull supplies, equipment, or materials typically weighing up to 35 pounds, and to assist with patient transfers and repositioning consistent with safety protocols.
• Ability to perform duties that require visual attention to detail, including reviewing patient information, schedules, clinical documentation, supply labels, and procedure materials.
• Ability to follow infection prevention, safety, and emergency response procedures while performing patient care and clinical support duties.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Continuing education and licensure-renewal support, where applicable.
• A stable, physician-owned practice that invests in its team and provides a collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that is respectful, inclusive, and free from discrimination. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, business needs, and job-related factors.