Job Description
DHR Health - US:TX:Edinburg - Nights Summary Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed nurse RN, the CNA is responsible for assisting with direct patient care within the scope of their practice as well as other work on the unit which supports the patient environment. The CNA assists staff to ensure optimal patient care and assists the healthcare team to provide and maintain a clean, safe, and attractive environment for patients. Work will include components of direct patient care, nutrition, observation, documentation, transportation of patients and supplies, and general maintenance of the patient environment. The CNA is responsible for maintaining his/her own clinical and mandatory education requirements and for meeting the established standards of their profession as well as those accountable for his/her practice, assigned duties/patient care, and is an advocate for patients/families and their profession. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific patient populations and cultural diversity during the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. Promotes an environment of care. Supports the organizational vision and mission POSITION EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS : High School graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred. Graduated from an accredited Certified Nurse Assistant or PCT program required · Current CNA or Patient Care Tech certification required. Current BLS/CPR certification required. Code White: Neonatal emergency response class and competency obtained within 6 months of hire Willingness to be cross trained to other areas Willingness to be trained and assist with clerical duties Must be able to be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues. Good written and verbal communication skills required. Ability to read, write and speak English, required (Bilingual English /Spanish preferred) Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians · Prefer hospital experience Responsibilities Promotes the facility mission, vision and values by effectively communicating them to others. Considers mission, vision and values in developing services, standards and practice Adhere to instructions issued by the department’s leadership and perform duties in accordance with established DHR routines, methods and techniques, and in compliance with the recognized policies, procedures, standards and practices and within the state Regulatory Acts Breast feeding training with lactation consultant within 3 months of employment If floated/assisting in another unit , perform duties in accordance to specific units job description Follows Standard Precautions and OSHA Guidelines. Follows specific precautions (i.e. MRSA, contact, respiratory) as necessary Maintain an organized, neat, well stocked unit Prepare and maintain a record of observations and care given. Documents information clearly and completely utilizing correct forms and in a timely manner Assist with admissions to the unit, Orient family members/responsible parties to the unit; provide hospitality to patients, families/responsible parties Maintain a safe, secure, comfortable environment for every patient Participate in and receive report daily at start of shift. Plan and organize work assignment; prioritize the specific needs of patients Support nursing staff in a calm, efficient manner during acute, emergency situations Bathe patients and provide perineal care. Assure patients are clean and Dry Changes bed linens. Measure and report vital signs: temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure Weigh patients as indicated Measure and record intake and output Provide care to minimize the risk of skin breakdown by being attentive to the patients hygiene, proper positioning and injury prevention. Observe and report any skin irritation/breakdown to nursing staff. Properly and safely lift, move transfer and position patients in bed, Safely feed patients as ordered, following prescribed feeding protocols. Record patient’s intake and report any changes. Provide care to the patients under the direction of the nursing staff. Monitor patients closely per DHR policies and procedures Accurately observe, recognize changes and report to nursing staff in a timely fashion. Communicate any changes from norm, of “unusual” observation to the nurse in a timely fashion. Re