Certified Nursing Assistant bei Solaris Health (UroPartners, AUS, AUA, SU, and Urologic Specialists of Northwest Indiana )

Description

 Century Cancer Centers Co.
Address: 1644 Medical Center Pt. #100, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Position Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Benefits: Full benefits available 

GENERAL SUMMARY

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They assist with daily patient care tasks like dressing, bathing, and checking patient vital signs.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assists patients in dressing, undressing, bathing, eating, walking, and other activities.
• Ensures patients' safety, well-being, and comfort.
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs.
• Helps patients take medications.
• Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed.
• Maintains documents and records related to patient care.
• Follows all relevant safety guidelines and regulations.
• Communicates with patients, their families, and other care providers.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) state certification required.
• BLS certification required.

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be compassionate and personable.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good collaboration and teamwork skills.
• In-depth understanding of patient care policies and regulations.
• Ability to handle emotional and stressful situations in a professional manner while remaining calm.
• Good foundation of clinical skills and knowledge.
• Dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the patient by establishing and maintaining effective relationships as well as gaining the trust and respect of patient.
• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• One year Nursing Assistant or comparable experience preferred.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling Frequency

1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%