What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 2) - Med Surg position at Samhealth Test account?
Contributes to the nursing care of patients by completing direct patient care duties under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
- EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS
- Current unencumbered Oregon CNA Level 2 certification required. Applicants with a current, unencumbered Oregon CNA certification may be considered and offered training to CNA2.
- Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
- One (1) year experience in a hospital or long term care facility preferred.
- KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Social Perceptiveness : Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and / or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
- Communication : Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The Medical Surgical unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require surgery both emergent and elective. Medical Surgical patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Medical Surgical Nursing is strongly encouraged and supported.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Time Management : Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
Rarely
1 - 10% of the time)
Occasionally
11 - 33% of the time)
Frequently
34 - 66% of the time)
Continually
67 – 100% of the time)
CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
SQUAT Static (hold >
30 sec)
KNEEL (on knees)
LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest : 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead : 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
SQUAT Repetitive
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
REACH - Upward
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
STAND
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
BEND FORWARD at waist
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Forward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands / wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
PINCH Fingers
GRASP Hand / Fist
None specified
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