CNA Lead

You belong here At Family Health West, you're more than an employee, you're family.

When you enter our facility, you know it's Family Health West because, well, the color speaks for itself. You'll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals.

When we say you'll do what you love, we mean it Welcomed by open arms and warm smiles, you'll join a team that encourages professional growth. We are sure to put on our listening ears when you share new ideas and approaches to care because that's what got us to the top You'll wear your badge proudly, knowing that you contribute each day, to providing care that is unmatched, in western Colorado.

So, what are you waiting for? Fill out the application now, and when you hit send do a little happy dance knowing that you just made our day. If it still sounds too good to be true, come see for yourself. Call us to schedule a tour and meet your new best friends

About Family Health West

Our roots go deepfounded by the community in 1946, it's no wonder our hospital feels like coming home. We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future.

At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, we've created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.

Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door. The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reliable and punctual attendance is essential; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.
• Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate.
• Directly assists patients with mobility, hygiene and activities of daily living. This includes assisting with transportation within the facility and to and from appointments.
• Assists with patient admissions and discharges
• Assists nurses and physicians with medical procedures as directed.
• Provides basic life support in emergency situations.
• Accurately obtains, documents and reports vital signs / intake and outputs / weights.
• Monitors general condition of patients and reports observations and significant changes.
• Recognizes and addresses safety issues
• Is observant of universal precautions being followed.
• Has knowledge of, understands and observes special precautions.
• Maintains a clean and organized environment in patient and staff areas.
• Communicates courteously and effectively with patients, families and staff.
• Is protective of patient's rights to privacy and dignity.
• Displays courteous and professional interactions with the general public, patients, families and staff.
• Participates in continuing educational activities.
• Documents, following facility protocols, within the scope of a CNA job description, accurately and completely.
• Works harmoniously with all members of the Interdisciplinary Team to meet all patient needs.
• Seeks assistance from Charge Nurse, Clinical Resource RN, and/or the Inpatient Manager in any situation that is not within the Lead's own ability or scope of practice, or if there are questions or doubts.
• Correctly operates all equipment following facility policies and procedures, i.e., telemetry, LifePak12, EKG, Bladder Scan, and Glucometer
• Completes proper specimen collection (labeling, dating, timing and storage) and delivers to Lab for processing.
• Follows stocking of supplies and reorder procedure
• Follows patient transfer procedure for Hospital and ER, to include appropriate records, consents and COBRA.
• Assists with patient admissions and discharges
• Assists in creating orientation packet and CNA checklists as directed by the Inpatient Manager
• Responsible for orientation of new CNA's, assisting in coordination of orientation schedule and ensuring orientation binders are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Will be an ongoing resource for CNA's
• Assists Clinical Educator and Inpatient Manager in educational needs of the CNA staff within the department
• Responsible for creating and monitoring daily shift checklists for CNA's under the direction of the Inpatient Manager, i.e. tasks may include glucometer readings for CNA staff.

Education:

Education

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Licenses

Must have an active Colorado State Certified Nursing Assistant License in good standing

Certifications

Must have BLS and Blood Glucose Monitor training within 30 days of hire

Experience

2 plus years of experience preferred

Wage Scale: This position starts at $18.90 and goes up based on experience.

Immunizations required for employment, including COVID-19.

FHW offers a full benefits package including:

FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:

Employee Assistance Program

403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule

FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK

Medical Plan Options:

1. PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible
2. High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account.

• Telemedicine includes in both plan options.

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.

Critical Illness and Accident Plans

Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings / Dependent Childcare

A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection, etc.

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