Certified Nurse Aide | Med Surg | Full-time

Job Summary

The certified nurse aide performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services in caring for the personal needs and comforts of patients. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate patient care while abiding by the policies and procedures of Providence Medical Center.

Essential Functions

• Works under the direction of the RN and/or LPN, but is held accountable to prioritize and carry out assigned duties and routine cares.
• Effective use of proper phone etiquette and takes thorough messages. Uses a calm tone of voice, maintains helpful and courteous attitude during conversation and concludes the call with a positive closure.
• Knows the patient's plan of care through attending report and verbal communication with members of the team.
• Greets others in a courteous and professional manner. Assists customers in finding their destination.
• Respects the privacy of patients, families and others, and maintains the confidentiality of patient and business information.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Federal & State standards and laws to maintain corporate compliance for both Providence Medical Center and the department (Medicare, Medicaid, EMTALA, HIPAA, JCAHO).
• Demonstrates knowledge of Patient/Resident Rights & Responsibility.
• Escorts newly admitted patients to their hospital rooms, provides necessary hospital clothing, and assist the patients in undressing and dressing.
• Stores patient clothing and valuables upon admission and returns the property to the patient upon discharge.
• Answers call lights for all patients regardless of assignment.
• Obtains vital signs, intake and output, and weight with accuracy.
• Completes and assists patients with skin, hair and nail care, a variety of baths, and mouth care including the cleaning of teeth and/or dentures.
• Repositions the patients per facility policy.
• Changes the bedding for patients daily, every other day or as needed.
• Completes hourly rounding as delegated by the charge nurse and completes electronic charting in a timely manner.
• Assists with meal trays, nourishments and feeding of patients.
• Provides the patient fresh water at shift change or as needed.
• Provides safe transportation of patients by wheelchair, cart or ambulation.
• Collects sputum, urine and stool specimens. Is able to instruct the patient on proper technique.
• Records cares provided from admission to discharge.
• Prepares patient room after dismissal for next patient.
• Is resourceful and calm in emergency situations.

Competencies

• Excellent customer service skills, ensuring a safe environment for all.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials used in workplace and proper handling and storage.
• Demonstrates proper use of red bags, proper procedure of needle/sharp handling and disposal, knowledge of electrical safety, and safe work habits, attitudes, and behaviors.
• Reports patient safety issues.
• Identifies and reports undesirable outcomes and/or near misses.
• Works collaboratively with co-workers.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Qualifications

• Education
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Must posses an active Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate.
  • Successful completion of a Nursing Aide program required.
  • Must be 16 years of age or 18 years of age with operation of mechanical lift equipment.
• Experience
  • Previous experience in a hospital or nursing home setting preferred.
  • Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite preferred.