(Archived) Certified Nursing Assistant

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will be working alongside highly skilled clinicians and some of the best nurses in the country. You will work under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse and perform routine tasks in patient care, bedside nursing, and documentation of care provided.

• Performing services for the patient involving bathing using basinless bath products, oral hygiene and oral feeding and care of hair.
• Answering patient lights and performing services in a timely manner that adds to the physical well-being of the patient.
• Participating in hourly rounds.
• Transporting patients to and from various treatment centers when necessary; assists transporters in moving patients in and out of stretchers and wheelchairs.
• Maintaining the cleanliness of various instruments and equipment such as bedpans, urinals and wheelchairs.
• Keeping the patient’s rooms in clean and orderly condition, including making beds.
• Maintaining unit stock levels of supplies and equipment as directed.
• Desired staffing ratio is 1:9 (dayshift & evenings), 1:13 (nights). Shifts are 8 hours.

Qualifications/How you will be successful in this environment:

• You will demonstrate an understanding of patient needs, ensuring that each patient feels informed and understood, as well as heard. You are passionate about providing superior quality care and you are an inventive problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• You will have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possessing a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• You have an extensive knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures, aseptic practices and cardio-pulmonary techniques.

Your benefits as a Nursing Assistant:

The opportunity to care for complex, critically ill patients in a compassionate environment.

Comprehensive Orientation Program.

Work jointly with an interdisciplinary team, consisting of registered nurses, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapists, speech language pathologists and physicians to assist patients in regaining their independence.

Develop collaborative relationships with patients and their families.

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance