Certified Nurse Assistant II

Job Opportunity At East Cooper Medical Center

East Cooper Medical Center is one of South Carolina's leaders in healthcare. Our approach to medicine is designed to provide patients with successful outcomes, fast recovery times, and a better quality of life. Our hospital combines technology and clinical expertise with compassion to provide personalized care for a lifetime. Our expanded scope of services, our commitment to quality & safety, and our outstanding team of caregivers have attracted patients throughout the Lowcountry and beyond, and have contributed to our hospital being nationally recognized. Interested in joining our team? Apply today!

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs clinical duties that provide patient care to meet the needs of post-acute surgical female patients during the post-surgical period. These duties required critical thinking skills and include obtaining and documenting vital signs, monitoring intake and output, assisting with ambulation and position change, and reporting of abnormal findings to the RN. Duties are performed as directed within approved standards of care and require attention to detail and observation of infection control standards and patient safety standards. Performs other related duties as directed such as equipment maintenance and stocking of rooms. Assumes responsibility for meeting the basic needs of all patients assigned. Provides care to a patient population ranging from infant to geriatric, unless otherwise indicated. Works collaboratively as a member of the health care team, is customer focused and strives to meet department and hospital goals. Provides quality care according to established practice standards and guidelines for the area(s) assigned. Must be willing / able to float to other (comparable) nursing units, as requested / needed.

Qualifications

Education : High School Diploma or GED, required. Experience : One year, preferred. Licensure / Certification : Completion of NA I and NA II programs, required. NA registry as NA I in good standing. Current NA II certification with state, required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required. Additional Skills (required) : BON Health Care Provider. Medication Safety - AME. Additional Skills (preferred) : Basic computer skills for documentation.