Med/Surg Certified Nurse Asst (CNA) - Per Diem*

Med/Surg Certified Nurse Asst (CNA) - Per Diem*

*IMPORTANT NOTE:  In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Two (2) days of availability per month, must work at least one summer and one winter holiday.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists licensed staff in the provision of basic nursing care utilizing established policies and procedures; Provides age appropriate care from the infant through the geriatric population; Functions as part of the multidisciplinary team; Demonstrates nursing process sills in collecting patient data, reporting the findings and assisting the team to meet patient care goals.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education:

• High school graduate or equivalency.

License Required:

• Current license as certified nurse assistance in the State of Nevada required.

Certification Required:

• BLS for healthcare providers required.     

Minimum Work Experience:

• Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.
• Professional customer service skills.
• Ability to read and communicate in English, bilingual abilities preferred.
• Previous acute care CNA experience preferred.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Patient Care

• Obtains basic age-appropriate measures including but not limited to vital signs and intake/output volumes.
• Provides assistance with daily living activities, specimen collection, nutrition, elimination and pulmonary support.
• Provides basic physical care and comfort measures.
• Provides assistance with thermal application; non-sterile soaks, application of simple dressings; perineal care.
• Assists with positioning and transporting patients for various procedures.

Documentation

• As directed, assists the care team by collecting patient care data at designated and appropriate intervals on all assigned patients. Reports findings to licensed staff.
• Recognizes and accurately reports relevant patient information to licensed staff.
• Communicates appropriate information regarding patient safety and infection control to RN or nurse manager.
• Ensures that all aspects of patient care are documented and that documentation is accurate and complete.

Scope of Service

• Performs all responsibilities/duties required by unit as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed. This includes, but is not limited to the age of the client served.
• As directed by the licensed nursing staff, provides care in a manner that is safe and sensitive to the rights of each patient.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in use of special equipment: operates and ensures proper functioning of equipment; ensures uses of supplies are accurately documented; maintains accurate and complete documentation of supply charges.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in specific areas of clinical experience, as applicable.

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