What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA position at Decatur County Memorial Hospital?
POSITION SUMMARY
Reports To:
Unit Manager
Summary:
Employee is primarily responsible for assisting RNs, LPNs, and Physicians with care of the patients. The employee should be able to think and react quickly in critical situations. The employee performs the duties assigned using methods and procedures included in their certification curriculum along with following policies and procedures established by the hospital’s administrative staff. The patient population includes patients from infancy to geriatrics who present with either medical or post-surgical problems. The Nursing Assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, appropriate to the age of the patients on their assigned unit.
Work Schedule:
Must be able to work non-standard hours, including weekends, holidays. Must have the ability to float to other nursing units.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience
Six months to one year related experience
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft office, email and basic computer skills for other software used throughout the hospital for your area of responsibility.
Certificates & Licenses
Completion of a CNA program and BLS required.
Other Requirements
Ability to multi-task. This position requires frequent standing and walking and frequent use of hands and fingers. Must be able to reach above shoulder occasionally and squat or kneel occasionally and lifting or moving more than 50 pounds.
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