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CNA/NURSE ASSISTANT
The CNA/Nurse Assistant works under the supervision of a Registered
Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) toprovide quality care that is
focused on the comfort and well-being of the patient and family.
Otherfunctions/competencies of the position may include unit clerk,
monitor technician, general clerical activities of daily living and
basic nursing procedures. Performs duties and presents in a manner that
would lead tohigh levels of patient satisfaction. Functions as a member
of the interdisciplinary team. This position reports to theUnit Leader.
This position is hourly (non-exempt).
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Participates in routine activities of patient care for the specific
unit/department population;
- Performs delegated care tasks in timely, efficient manner, and under
the guidance of the RN/LPN.
- Contributes to continuity of care and effective communication by
reporting care provided and changes in the patients condition to the
primary nurse or designee in a timely fashion;
Education and experience:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; successful
completion of a nurse assistant certificationpreferred.
- Licensure, registration or certification:
- Certification as a nurse aide by the state of Kansas is preferred;
- Certification in CPR/Basic Life Support required.
2 evening openings 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. (3 days on/4 days off)
Pay: \$12 - \$21 per hour (depending on experience and shift)
DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Upholds Companys vision, mission, and core values.
- Follows hospital-wide and departmental policies, including but not
limited to general procedures, assignedduties, confidentiality, and
observing the Patients Bill of Rights.
- Assists the professional nursing staff with delegated basic patient
care tasks;
- Identifies and reports to the RN/LPN any changes in patient status
in a timely fashion;
- Demonstrates willingness to work additional shifts or float to other
units as needed;
- Implements standard precautions appropriately;
- Maintains orderly patient environment by performing light
housekeeping and equipment cleaning;
- Transport specimens, supplies, equipment, and patients as delegated;
- Performs unit specific competencies as assigned;