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The mission of Faith Health ’s is to serve Christ by providing all people with exemplary medical services in an environment of love and care.
The certified nursing assistant (CNA) assists the nurse in providing activities of daily living and personal needs and comfort of patients . The CNA works under the direction of the licensed nurse and adheres to department and hospital policies/procedures and regulatory requirements . The listing of job duties contained in this job description is not all inclusive .
Each unit/job is unique and may include other tasks or duties that are specific to the unit and will be included as part of orientation . Duties may be added or subtracted at any time due to the needs of the organization. Essential Job Duties and
Demonstrates ability to appropriately modify approach and procedures to meet needs of age/diversity of population served for the following age groups: Pediatric/Child (1 year – 12 years) Adolescent (12 years – 18 years) Adult (18 years – 65 years) Geriatric (over 65 years) Incorporates cultural considerations in the provisions of care. Knowledge of growth and developmental stages. Considers life changes/effects on health beliefs and behaviors.
Provides necessary safety measures. Provides information and involves family/caregiver in decision making. 2. Contributes to the assessment of the health status of individuals including interactions of individuals with family members or group members by: Collecting basic subjective and objective data from observations and interviews .
The data to be collected is identified by the RN and/or LPN. Providing necessary safety measures. Providing information and involves family/caregiver in decision making.
Reporting and recording the collected data. 3. Contributes to the development of the plan of care and to the establishment of nursing diagnosis by: Identifying and reporting basic information and data of signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status which licensed nurse’s use in identification of problems and needs. 4. Participates in the giving of direct care by: Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), personal cares , and encouraging self-care .
Providing comfort measures and emotional support to client/patients whose condition is stable and/or predictable. Assisting with basic maintenance and restorative nursing. Observing or Sitting 1:1 with patients.
Providing a safe and healthy environment. Documenting and communicating completion of assigned/delegated activities and client/patient responses. Seeking guidance and direction when appropriate .
Performing technical aspects of patient care according to established policies and procedures. Demonstrates the ability to effectively manage appropriate transfer of medications from the pneumatic tube system to the designated health care worker per policy. 5. Contributes to the evaluation of care by: Documenting and communicating client/patient responses.
Assisting with collection of data. 6. Performs all responsibilities/duties required of a CNA by the Medical Surgical Department as defined in the scope of practice, to assure that the unique nature of the patient is addressed. This includes but is not limited to the age of the patient served. 7.
Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary. Maintains confidentiality per policy. Maintains current competency by attending unit and hospital based educational offerings wither in person or online.
Actively engages in unit activities and team meetings and attends required meetings. Demonstrates active engagement in department activities and evidence-based initiatives . Demonstrates dependability/flexibility in meeting scheduling needs of the department and hospital.
Demonstrates willingness to float to other units as needed. Accepts assignment of preceptor for new staff . Essential Organizational Duties and
Promotes organizational mission, vision and values. Demonstrates respect and regard for dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and co-workers to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment. Maintains a high level of professional responsibility and performance outlined in Faith Health ’s Performance Standards.
Promotes effective working relationships and works effectively as part of a department team (inter- and intradepartmental) to facilitate the department’s/clinic’s ability to meet its goals and objectives . 2. Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure per organization policy. Pursues professional growth and development.
Practices within legal boundaries of nurse practice act and according to organization policy and procedures. Attends continuing education programs in order to maintain licensure. Attends organization sponsored training programs as required .
Maintains certifications as determined by department/clinic policy. 3. Functions as role model for current and new staff . Facilitates problem resolution among coworkers as observed by management and peers.
Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with coworkers and management toward the organization. Promotes the profession of healthcare workers in the community. Presents neat appearance in proper attire and identification as required by the position, department and the organization .
Continuously displays a positive attitude within the department/clinic and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program. Serves on committees and assists with programs of the hospital to constantly improve the quality of health care and promote good public relations . 4. Completes all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards. 5.
Understands and adheres to Faith Health ’s Corporate Compliance Plan, Personal Conduct Policy, Grievance Process, Confidentiality, Safety & Security, Infection Control, HIPAA and other departmental and organizational policies, procedures and guidelines. 6. Must be able to remain awake and alert during working hours. Physical presence at the facility is required during scheduled working hours to perform job functions .
Work in a timely manner , within the time allotted for the shift per census count. 7. Performs other duties as assigned. 8. Hours will be dependent on patient census and workload.
Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, to include after-hours and weekends as necessary. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
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The requirements listed below must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required . EDUCATION (Minimum Requirements for Position ) : Required Preferred GED or High School Diploma CERTIFICATE S , LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Required Current Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification from the State of Nebraska Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within one full month from date of hire (Travelers-required upon hire) Non-Violent Crisis Intervention program obtained within six full months from date of hire (Travelers-required upon hire) Previous Experience
Required Preferred Previous clinical experience ☐ ☒ Skills/Knowledge
Required Preferred Language Skills – Ability to read, write, speak, and understand ☒ ☐ the English language. Other Certifications /Requirements : Required Must be 18 years of age due to operation of mechanical lift equipment
About the role
The CNA works under the direction of the licensed nurse and adheres to department and hospital policies/procedures and regulatory requirements .