Job Information
Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital CNA in Manistique, Michigan
POSITION SUMMARY: Our Certified Nurse Assistant is responsible for providing optimal patient care under the direction of the Nurse on Duty, while maintaining a safe environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduate or equivalent.
Previous nurse assistant experience.
CNA certified.
BLS certified.
Knowledge and ability to perform appropriate documentation.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ability to follow direction and provide patient care as assigned by nurse.
Able to prioritize care for optional patient outcome.
Establishes good communication with other members of the health care team. Is consistent in reporting changes in patient condition or behavior to the charge RN or other staff RN or LPN.
Assists in room preparation for patient admissions, returning surgical patients, transfers, emergencies or discharges. Maintains a safe environment.
Transports patient to and from various departments as requested.
Provides post-mortem care and assists in transporting of the deceased.
Follows hospital policies and procedures and maintains a safe environment.
Utilizes the electronic medical record (EMR) for direction to care for the patient according to nursing and physician orders within abilities of certification.
Provides and assists in all aspects of personal care.
Provides and assists in areas of patient integumentary system.
Provides and assists in specialized, treatments and areas of patient care.
Understands protocol for:
Vital signs T.P.R and BP – manual and automatic
Post Op Vital sign routine
Height and Weight
Recording intake and output (I&O)
Collection, labeling and transporting of specimens.
Assists patients with handling and care of clothing and other personal property.
Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
Keeping staff RN or Charge RN up to date on any problems.
Makes frequent rounds on patients. Participates in hourly rounding. Collects rounding checklists and forwards to Manager. Relays complaints or requests appropriately.
Identifies specific needs of all patient groups and can assist in their care. Seeks direction when needed.
Able to cover desk when needed, after completion of orientation. Refer to Ward Clerk job description.
At no time administer medications to patients.
At no time changes IV equipment. Discontinues saline locks if specially trained.
Documents all care given appropriately and in a timely manner in the EMR system.
Documents in “Real Time” at all times possible.
Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, families, visitors and other hospital personnel. Assures patient confidentiality is maintained and always acts as a patient advocate.
Attends in-service education programs to learn new treatments, procedures and developmental skills.
Attends all mandatory meetings.
Admit patients in the absence of the admitting clerk.
Full Job Description upon interview.