Nursing- CNA Per Diem Shifts

Description Summary : Under the direct supervision of a

Registered Nurse / licensed Nurse, this Job will assist with routine

and repetitive patient care activities in a nursing unit. This Job

also performs specific clerical, organizational, and

patient-focused activities. The patient-focused tasks will be

supportive in nature. Responsibilities : Meets expectations of the

applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of

Others, or Leader of Leaders. Assists with the admission, transfer,

and discharge of patients. Completes pertinent documents. Prepares

rooms for admission by setting up IV pots, and adjusting bed to the

appropriate level. Assures that all patient belongings accompany

the patient to the new unit or home at time of discharge. Safely

transports stable patients as required. Maintains

security / confidentiality when transporting patients and interacting

with family and visitors. Cleans, procures and returns equipment

and supplies. Run errands for the unit as required. Assist Licensed

personnel in providing a safe and comfortable environment at all

times; replenish patient room with water, linen, and towels, as

appropriate. Perform unit-specific patient care tasks in accordance

with the skills checklist and documents on the flowsheet. Identify

obvious changes in the patient's condition and take responsibility

for reporting those changes promptly to the nurse in charge. Assist

with the ordering and maintenance of stock items according to

established inventory when needed. Keeps unit supplies in an

organized and orderly fashion. Respond appropriately to

emergencies. Communicate effectively with other team members during

and between shifts. Responds to phone calls and patient call

lights. Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment,

and / or care methods to accommodate the unique physical,

psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs

of each patient served. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned

patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the

population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by

the department. Job Requirements : Education / Skills High School

Diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience Patient care experience

in an acute care setting is preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or

Certifications CNA License in state of employment required. BLS

required. Work Schedule : TBD Work Type : Per Diem As

Needed