Nursing Assistant-Certified Nursing Assistant Med Surg / Per Diem

Description

POSITION SUMMARY :   Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION : High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year.

CERTIFICATION / LICENSES : BLS certification required. Specialty certifications as required by each unit.

SKILLS : Must be able to pass skills competency checklist as required by each unit.   Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.

EXPERIENCE : Six months in a healthcare related field preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION :

• Responsible to :   Director / Manager, Nursing Unit

ENVIRONMENT :

Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying unpredictable situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Must be able to handle emergency / crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing / walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and / or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.