What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cna position at Carle?
Position Summary :
Facilitates communication with other departments, visitors, patients, medical staff and employees. Serves as a public relations liaison for the unit.
Works under the direct supervision of the nursing manager.
Qualifications :
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma / Equivalent
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Basic Life Support (BLS). Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Completion of CNA coursework w / in past 24 months, OR Successfull completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program, OR Worked as a CNA w / in past 24 months, OR Successful completion of at least one semester of nursing clinical experiences, OR Documented relevant medical military training
Essential Functions :
- Assists with the maintenance of unit supplies to ensure the smooth function of the unit, including stocking nurse servers, cleaning instruments and equipment, ordering supplies, and making up charts.
- Collects data on assigned patients as directed by Registered Nurse (RN) and ensures accurate documentation.
- Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills as outlined in the skills checklist including : measurement of vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and measuring and recording intake and output.
- Performs or assists patients with the activities of daily living. Prepares patients for transportation and / or transport.
- Assist RN with patient care as delegated (vital signs, blood glucose, bathing, repositioning, walking patients)
- Hourly Rounding on patients
- Maintain clean and tidy work environment
- Organize and maintain medical and office supplies
- Assist with customer service needs (internal and external)
- Proactively seek out opportunities to assist internal and external customers
Last updated : 2024-09-08