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Certified Nursing Assistant MSP

5 months ago


Machias, United States Down East Community Hospital Full time

Description

JOB SUMMARY AND SCOPE

The certified nursing assistant (CNA) will perform the functions of carrying out all assigned work as delegated by the nurse. The CNA will perform his/her job within their scope of practice and is accountable for all patient care given to them during the assigned shift. It is one’s responsibility for adhering to all standards of nursing practice, managing supplies and equipment under the direction of the nurse and promoting positive team work with unit staff and other hospital employees. The CNA will adhere to hospital policies including but not limited to confidentiality, sexual harassment, advance directives, and the American Disabilities Act.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Demonstrate clinical proficiency within scope of practice
  • Provide basic personal hygiene needs for patient to include but not limited to: bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, toileting, bed making, and positioning
  • Assist patient with dietary needs as needed and ordered
  • Obtain patient vital signs and weights as ordered
  • Use equipment and supplies in a safe and efficient manner
  • Document all performed care given by oneself including but not limited to: intake and output, vital signs, ambulation and hygienic care
  • Collection of specimens as ordered according to instructions for collection and as delegated
  • Assist with patient treatments within the scope of practice, i.e.: enemas, perineal care, application of hot/cold compresses, surgical preps, foley care, application of ace wraps and TED stockings
  • Assist with assigned patients for examinations, procedures and X-rays
  • Knowledge of the disaster, fire, bomb threat and evacuation plans and your role in the plans as they relate to the unit
  • Perform any other duties as assigned to insure age appropriate quality patient care
  • Attend 75% of unit staff meetings
  • Perform duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures
  • Comply with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate codes, policies, and procedures
  • Other duties, as assigned, that are relevant to the position and department
  • Assist nurses with admission, transfer and discharge of patients following procedures
  • Provide patient comfort measures such as patient privacy, answering call bells promptly, supporting patients and families during hospital stay
  • Follow all procedures to ensure patient, family, visitor and employee safety
  • Report changes in patient's condition, requests or problems to nurse team leader
  • Maintains confidentiality of patient information
  • Clean utilities, equipment according to procedure and assists in maintaining unit in an orderly manner
  • Demonstrates practice of infection control policies such as hand-washing, aseptic technique, and universal precautions
  • Acts rapidly and calmly during emergencies and provides necessary materials called for by RN or physician
  • Cooperates and offers help to all personnel, patients and visitors
  • Exhibits good attendance practices and alters work schedule when need arises; conforms to procedure for reporting illness when necessary
  • Stays available and accessible at all times while on duty
  • Assists in all hospital units as needed
  • Follows unit dress code

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Current placement as a CNA on the Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants
  • BLS
  • Hospital experience preferred
  • Excellent communication skills needed
  • Ability to multi-task and take direction well
  • Positive attitude required

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Clinical: Frequently lifts up to 50 pounds independently. Occasionally lifts up to 200 pounds with assistance. Frequently pushes/pulls 100 pounds. Visual acuity correctable to 20/20 which is essential for assessing patient condition, reading physician orders and patient records. Color vision essential in assessing patient skin color. Walks, stands, kneels and bends most of the time. Exhibits fine motor skills and manual dexterity necessary to perform the essential job functions of the position. Talking and hearing is essential in dealing with patients, families, and hospital staff.

EXPOSURE RISK

  • Exposure Category I: Employee at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens.

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

  • Maintains current knowledge of the hospital-wide Quality Improvement Program.
  • Collaborates with management to improve the effectiveness of the department through the Quality Improvement plans and processes.
  • Participates in the departmental and hospital-wide Quality Improvement activities as directed by the manager.

COMPLIANCE

  • Adheres to the federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
  • Adheres to the Compliance Program policies and procedures of Down East Community.
  • Adheres to all Privacy and Security policies and procedures of Down East Community
  • Communicates any concern related to compliance issues to Department Director or Compliance Officer.
  • Communicates any concern related to confidentiality issues to the Privacy Officer.