Certified Nursing Assistant MSP Full Time Days

Down East Community Hospital
US - Maine - Machias
January 22, 2025

Job Type

Full-time

Description

$1000 sign on, 500 after 90 day - 500 after 1 year.

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.

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