What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant - PCU - PRN position at South Carolina Region?
East Cooper Medical Center is one of South Carolina's leaders in healthcare. Our approach to medicine is designed to provide patients with successful outcomes, fast recovery times, and a better quality of life. Our hospital combines technology and clinical expertise with compassion to provide personalized care for a lifetime. Our expanded scope of services, our commitment to quality & safety, and our outstanding team of caregivers have attracted patients throughout the Lowcountry and beyond, and have contributed to or hospital being nationally recognized. Interested in joining our team? Apply today!
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs clinical duties that provide patient care to meet the needs of post-acute surgical female patients during the post-surgical period.
These duties required critical thinking skills and include obtaining and documenting vital signs, monitoring intake and output, assisting with ambulation and position change, and reporting of abnormal findings to the RN.
Duties are performed as directed within approved standards of care and require attention to detail and observation of infection control standards and patient safety standards.
Performs other related duties as directed such as equipment maintenance and stocking of rooms.
Assumes responsibility for meeting the basic needs of all patients assigned.
Provides care to a patient population ranging from infant to geriatric, unless otherwise indicated.
Works collaboratively as a member of the health care team, is customer focused and strives to meet department and hospital goals.
Provides quality care according to established practice standards and guidelines for the area(s) assigned.
Must be willing/able to float to other (comparable) nursing units, as requested/needed.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High school graduate or equivalent
Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Course, CNA Certification, completion of Nursing Fundamentals Course in an accredited RN program, EMT certification or Certified Medical Assistant
Must have current BCLS certification
Previous hospital experience preferred