What are the responsibilities and job description for the CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT / CNA - MED/SURG TELEMETRY position at Beebe Healthcare?
Why Beebe?
Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.
In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:
- Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
- Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
- Paid Time Off
- Long Term Sick accrual
- Employer Contribution Plan
- Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
- Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
- College Bound 529 Savings Plan
- Life Insurance
- Beebe Pers via WorkAdvantage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Overview
Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the nursing assistant performs various duties in the care and treatment of patients in accordance with established methods and procedures of the Medical Center.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct care to patients in accordance with their individualized care plans
- Assists patient with activities of daily living, including bathing, oral care, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Assist in transportation and transfer of patients, ensuring comfort and safety during movement
- Monitor and record vital signs, intake and output, and other patient data, reporting any abnormalities or concerns to nursing team
- Accuchecks completed as directed
- Accurate and prompt documentation
- Assist with patient hygiene and comfort measures, including turning and repositioning patients to prevent pressure ulcers
- Support patients with feeding and hydration needs, adhering to dietary restrictions and assisting with mealtime activities. Removing trays in timely manner.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and promote positive patient outcomes
- Completes hourly rounds to assigned patients and anticipates patient needs. Responding promptly to call lights and patient requests
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families, demonstrating empathy and compassion in all interactions
- Maintain a clean and organized patient environment, including changing bed linens, stocking supplies, and ensuring cleanliness of patient rooms, and preparing rooms for admissions and transfers.
- Adhere to infection control protocols and hospital policies and procedures to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff
- Participate in ongoing education and training to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care and hospital procedures
Qualifications
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Competencies Skills
- Clear Communication Skills Both Written and Verbal
- Able to Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
- Able to Withstand Crisis Situations
- Has Skills to Provides Customer Service to Patients, Team Members and Visitors
- Knowledge And Experience with Electronic Health Records
Credentials
- Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in DE
- BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification
Education
- High school diploma preferred OR current high school student with CNA license (work schedule in compliance with the State of Delaware Department of Labor Regulations)
Entry
USD $18.25/Hr.Expert
USD $28.29/Hr.Salary : $18 - $28
