CNA - Per Diem Days
ScionHealth
- Aurora, Colorado, United States
- Aurora, Colorado, United States
About
Job Summary Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care in assigned area. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, emotional support and performs more complex clinical skills under the direction of professional nursing personnel.
Essential Functions Consults with and keeps supervisor informed of unit activities, needs, and problems related to patient care
Provides general nursing care such as positioning the patient, lifting, turning, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting in the use of bed pan, urinal or commode, ambulating the patient, pre operative and post operative care, and application of binder or anti embolic stockings, bed bath, oral/hair/back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table, and bedside stand, straightening patient room and other general care necessary during the shift
Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake and output measurements accurately. Documents in a timely manner.
Prepares patient room and bed for admission and transfers and ensures all necessary equipment is in room
Maintains an attractive and comfortable environment for patients with special consideration to cleanliness of room, ventilation, and lighting
Assists in patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures
Assist with handling and care of patient belongings and other personal property
Answers patient call lights, telephone, and paging system and responds as appropriate
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs routine treatment procedures such as enemas, application of appliances for heat and cold
Able to release, remove, and reapply restraints to patient under the direction of an RN
Ensures patient is in proper position and alignment
Assist Registered Nurse and/or LVN/LPN with complicated patient treatment procedures
Serves and removes patient meal tray in timely manner
Assists with feeding and/or preparing items such as opening milk container, cutting food for patient
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Must read, write and speak fluent English
Must have good and regular attendance
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Basic computer knowledge
Able to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations
Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments
Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
Performs other related duties as assigned
Salary Range:
$20.51 - $26.01/Hour
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness. Qualifications Education High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)
Licenses/Certification CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required) and BCLS - Basic Life Support Like AHA or Red Cross Within Facility-Specified time frame (Required)
Experience 6 months in an acute care or long-term care facility (Preferred)
Languages
- English
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