Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant

Supervisor: Director of Nursing Services

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Qualifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) active and current Basic Life Support Certification. Employee will be required to complete a Basic Rhythm course within 6 months of employment.

Positional Summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for assisting with the individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health through the nursing process. The (CNA) under the direction and supervision of the charge nurse of the unit, is responsible for performing clerical and receptionist duties at the nursing station as needed and directed.

Job Descriptions/Essential Functions

• Provides skilled, evidence-based nursing care under the direction of a physician, RN and LPN
• Obtain and document allergies, medications, procedures, immunizations, past medical history, family history, social history, chief complaint, and vital signs
• Responds to and refers incoming telephone inquiries from patients and other parties
• Documents patient care observations and activities according to professional standards and procedures
• Responsible for assisting patients with activities of daily living
• Demonstrates effective communication skills (verbal, written, and computerized) with the health care team through documenting, reporting & interacting
• Aids in identifying methods of improving patient care
• Demonstrates professionalism by: articulating and demonstrating professional behavior, accepting responsibility/accountability for actions, adhering to departmental/ hospital policies and procedures, and applying and maintaining nursing practice
• Maintains a clean, well-stocked patient care area, observing asepsis techniques and all other federal mandates, i.e., OSHA, CLIA, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and business functions of the facility
• Follow time, attendance policies, and procedures
• Uses universal precautions when tasks being performed present the possibility of exposure to blood or body fluids; this includes using appropriate personal protective equipment and work policies
• Participates in and fosters an approach to continuously improving quality that includes both intra-departmental and inter-departmental activities
• Has knowledge of the clinical interventions and equipment necessary to meet the specific needs of the patient population served
• Ability to make decisions and initiate action under stressful or critical situations
• Ability to effectively interact with physicians, mid-levels, other healthcare providers, staff and patients
• Working knowledge of computerized medical record and other computerized applications and systems

• Ability to work in fast-paced environment, proficient with multi-tasking
• Customer service-oriented attitude and behavior with a pleasant, poised demeanor.
• Embraces and participates in teamwork-oriented environment
• Follows all Harrison County Community Hospital District and departmental policies and procedures
• All other duties as assigned