Description:
OVERVIEW:
As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I provide health care for clients and patients under the direction of a registered nurse.
They often help patients perform day-to-day tasks and play a vital role at the hospital.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Providing physical support for patients or residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the bathroom, walking, standing, and exercising
Turning and repositioning bedridden patients
Obtaining a wide range of information from physicians, caregivers and nurses about patient condition, treatment plans and suggested activities
Measuring and recording food and liquid intake, urinary/fecal output, and reporting changes in medical or nursing staff
Recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by staff.
Examining patients to detect issues requiring medical care, including open wounds, bruises, or blood in urine
Noting observations of patient behavior, including complaints, or physical symptoms to nurse
RESPONSIBILITIES/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Answering patient calls and determining the best course of action to assist the patient
Stay current on CNA training and facility policy and procedures
Perform any other duties that may be necessary for the operation of the corporation and/or hospital
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma
State Certified Nursing Assistant Certification
Current CPR Certification
Nursing degree from CNA program
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time
Manual dexterity and use of a calculator or computer keyboard.
Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting
Occasionally lifts to 50 pounds
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal ranges
Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours
Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionization radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a hospital and/or clinic environment
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