What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLERK TECH (CNA) Med/Surg, PRN/Casual position at Memorial Community Hospital & Health System?
Memorial Community Hospital and Health System (MCH) is seeking a compassionate and organized Clerk Tech (CNA) to join our Med/Surg department. As a Clerk Tech, you will play a crucial role in supporting the daily operations of the department, assisting with clerical tasks, and providing direct patient care duties.
Our Mission is to partner with our community to heal, nurture and promote wellness.Our Vision is to be the first choice and the community leader in healthcare.Our Values are Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork.
Job Summary:
Shift Details: PRN/Casual position. Varying hours.
Greet patients, visitors, and staff with professionalism, courtesy, and a friendly demeanor.
Receive, direct, and take messages for incoming phone calls at the nurses' station and other designated areas.
Facilitate communication between staff, management, and Medical Staff.
Assist in maintaining department files and paperwork.
Support direct patient care under the supervision of nurse staff, following guidelines of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of Nebraska.
Maintain department supplies and ensure stocks are replenished as needed.
Provide direct patient care, including assisting with bathing, eating, dressing, toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, skin care, and ambulation.
Obtain and document vital signs and other measurements in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) following unit standards.
Monitor patients' conditions and promptly report any variances to the nurse for further assessment.
Respond to call lights promptly and attend to patient needs.
Assist in turning and repositioning patients to ensure comfort and prevent pressure ulcers.
Change bed linens as required and keep patient rooms clean and tidy.
Collect specimens as directed by nursing staff.
Measure and record intake and output of patients accurately.
Assist patients with walking, exercising, and moving while ensuring patient safety.
Prepare and serve food trays, as well as assist with patient feeding, documenting food consumption in the EMR.
Conduct hourly rounding, addressing pain, toileting needs, and patient positioning in the EMR.
Accept delegated tasks from nursing staff and other ancillary staff.
Encourage teamwork and assist in different departments during low censes periods.
Participate in problem-solving and performance improvement projects to enhance patient satisfaction.
Job Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current licensure as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of Nebraska.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Memorial Community Hospital & Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
