Job Description:Under the direction of nursing leadership, the Health UnitCoordinator facilitates unit organization and patient care by assisting in thecoordination of patient, nursing, physician, and other health careprovider office and clerical activities.
Scope
As a CNA with us, you will know how toRespond to patient care needs by answering call lights, assisting patientswith hygiene care and nourishment, obtaining vital signs, andcommunicating constructively, effectively and timely with members of thecare team.- Check and document patient vitals, glucose, inputs andoutputs.- Assist nurses and physicians within scope and competency.- Activelyparticipate in meeting patient experience goals.- Assist with patienttransfers, admissions and discharges as directed and in compliance with theprinciples of safe patient handling.- Demonstrate and adhere to the standardsof infection prevention.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training program-Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of practice-Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association or theability to obtain within 60 days of hire (with prior approval)PreferredHigh School Diploma or equivalent- At least one (1) year of experience ina healthcare setting
Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and readinformation, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identifyequipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient careproviders, patients, and visitors that require employee to verballycommunicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms,needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergencysituations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complexand delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequentcomputer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing neededinformation, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift andutilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend toretrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes itemsof varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk andassist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributingsupplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portableequipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded andbusy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and-May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period ofti
Anticipated job posting close date:01/27/2024
Location:St Marys Medical Center
Work City:Grand Junction
Work State:Colorado
Scheduled Weekly Hours:36
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly ratedependent upon experience.$17.28 - $21.92
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