Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Pre/Post (Casual)

divh2Pre/Post CNA Opportunity/h2pOrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. If this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!/ppPosition Summary: The Pre/Post CNA, provides direct patient care and support under the supervision of registered nurses and medical staff and an orthopedic surgical center. This role is responsible for assisting patients before surgery, monitoring and comforting them post-operatively, and ensuring a smooth recovery process. The CNA will uphold high standards of patient safety, comfort, and confidentiality while delivering compassionate care. You will be an integral part of an organization who values being Always TRUE in promoting trust, respect, understanding, and engagement with all team members./ppPosition details/ppStatus - Casual/ppShift - Days/ppFTE / Hours - 0 / As Needed/ppSchedule - Mon - Fri: Varied shifts based on department needs (5a - 730p)/ppPosition Requirements/ppEducation: High School Education or GED required./ppLicensure: Registered with the State of Nebraska as CNA required./ppCertification: Basic Life Support (BLS) required or within 90 days of hire./ppExperience:/pulliPrior Nurse Assistant experience preferred./lili1+ year customer service work in a health care setting preferred./li/ulpRequired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/pulliUnderstanding of surgical procedures, medical terminology, infection control protocols, and patient care techniques/liliAttention to detail and ability to follow detailed verbal or written instructions/liliStrong interpersonal skills. Self-directed and motivated./liliAbility to work independently and in a team./liliAbility to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively./liliStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skills./li/ulpEssential Job Functions/pulliPerform basic patient care functions by complying with established protocols, policies, procedures, and standards based on individual patient needs under the direction of licensed nursing personnel to ensure quality patient care/liliFunction as a team member by demonstrating initiative and flexibility in the completion of workload to provide high-quality, efficient patient care./liliInteract with patients and other health care professionals utilizing appropriate communication skills so that efficiency, productivity, and quality of care are enhanced./liliPerform clerical tasks and patient registration activities to ensure efficient workflow in the unit./liliMust be able to work from detailed verbal or written instructions and use judgment for routine situations./liliMaintain patient medical records by following correct procedures to ensure accurate and timely availability of patient information./liliAssisting patients with changing into surgical attire while providing reassurance and education/liliGuiding patients with mobility including transfers to a wheelchair and walking while always ensuring patient safety/liliHelping the nurse to maintain observations of patients by anticipating and responding to patient needs/liliComply with safety activities, policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission./liliEmployee is responsible for all other duties assigned for which competency has been demonstrated./liliMaintaining cleanliness and organization of the department including stocking and preparing for the next day/liliParticipating in teaching, orienting and guiding other employees by sharing knowledge and master skills./liliAble to communicate effectively to solve problems in routine situations./liliMust have patience, self-confidence, maturity, compassion and always remain a team player/liliEmployee is responsible for all other duties assigned for which competency has been demonstrated/li/ulpPhysical requirements: This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of up to 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and /or 10 to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work./ppMust be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements./p/div