The Certified Nursing Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living and provides basic nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They are responsible for monitoring patient conditions, documenting care in medical records, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be a graduate of an accredited nursing assistant program. An active Washington State CNA license and Basic Life Support (CPR) certification are required.
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Job description
Salary Range
$20.00 - $31.00 Overview
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Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts Paid Time Off Generous Retirement Plans Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Gym Membership Discount Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Adoption Assistance Shift Differential For more information on our Benefits & Perks, click here!
Summary
Please Note
This is a part time position. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients, and assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the patient and/or unit. May also be utilized as a Bedside Assistant, observing, interacting with and providing care to patients requiring 1:1 supervision.
Position
Reports To: Unit Clinical Manager/Director
Essential Functions
Perform related assignments and tasks as requested in order to promote positive visitor, family, and staff relations.
Provides high quality patient care in a caring and compassionate manner.
Reports any observed change in patient condition or behavior promptly to the nurse.
Ensures patient care tasks are completed timely.
Performs or assists with duties as outlined in the CNA Scope of Practice under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Demonstrates competence in providing care routines in accordance with established nursing care procedure to ensure patients' comfort and safety.
Takes and records vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, and other measurements as applicable, in an accurate and timely manner.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plans
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Shift differential
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Adoption assistance
Gym membership discount
Health saving accounts
Reports all variations from normal to the RN in charge of the patient.
Obtains finger stick blood glucose as delegated by the RN unless working in an area where this is prohibited.
Prepares patients for meals, assists in feeding patients (if necessary), distributes fresh water and other nourishment according to patients’ needs.
Assists patients with elimination needs.
Ambulates/Transfers patients using proper body mechanics and patient safety techniques.
Assists nurse in treatment procedures as needed.
Documents accurately and timely in the patient medical record.
Maintains a clean and safe environment for patient and staff according to hospital and unit policies.
Actively participates in quality improvement programs.
Adheres to Confluence Health and Central Washington Hospital/Wenatchee Valley Hospital policies and unit standards as applicable.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications
Required
Graduate of an accredited nursing assistant program. High School Diploma or GED. Active WA certified CNA license.
Eligible to obtain
Medical
Assistant: Registered certification where applicable (application completed during the hiring process). Must possess basic computer skills related to Windows navigation, mouse usage, keyboarding, email communication and password management.
Desired: Not Specified
Physical/Sensory Demands
O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday. F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday. C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position
Walking -
C
Sitting/Standing -
F
Reaching:
Shoulder
Height -
F
Reaching:
Above shoulder height -
O
Reaching:
Below shoulder height -
F
Climbing -
O
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less -
F
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds -
F
Pulling/Pushing:
Over 50 pounds -
O
Lifting: 25 pounds or less -
F
Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds -
F
Lifting:
Over 50 pounds -
O
Carrying: 25 pounds or less -
F
Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds -
O
Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O Crawling/Kneeling - O Bending/Stooping/Crouching -
F
Twisting/Turning -
F
Repetitive
Movement -
O
Working
Conditions: Acute Care Nursing
Job Classification
FLSA: Non-Exempt Hourly/Salary: Hourly Physical Exposures For This Position: Unprotected Heights - No Heat - No Cold - No Mechanical Hazards - Yes Hazardous Substances - Yes Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes Lighting - Yes Noise - Yes Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - Yes Infectious Diseases - Yes
