Job Summary
The Certified Nursing Assistant, or CNA, helps patients or clients with healthcare needs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Description of Duties
- Assist with nursing care of the patients:
- Assist with the plan of care for each patient.
- Assist with the maintenance of quality care.
- Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of the unit as whole as well as individual patient rooms.
- Can demonstrate competency in age specific criteria as applicable to job scope.
- Assist in maintaining supply inventory:
- Inspects storage areas for adequate supplies and report deficiencies.
- Pick up, deliver, and store supplies in appropriate place.
- Participate in educational programs:
- Attend in-service programs as provided.
- Attend unit meetings.
- Maintain satisfactory communications:
- Demonstrate clear and accurate lines of communications.
- Demonstrate listening and understanding with verbal and non-verbal responses.
- Demonstrate accuracy in verbal communication.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient and Hospital.
- Extend courtesy and consideration for others in interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships.
- Offer assistance and/or instructions to patients, physicians, families and co-workers in a courteous and attentive manner.
- Maintain employment record in accordance with Hospital policies:
- Demonstrated professional manner in work setting.
- Comply with attendance policies.
- Adhere to acceptable dress code.
- Follows Hood Memorial Hospital's Compliance Program and Federal and State Regulatory guidelines.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Hospital safety:
- Knowledge of all Hospital safety codes and performs duties during both drills and actual emergencies.
- Report unsafe conditions and incidents.
- Perform other duties as required.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Amite, LA 70422: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person