Certified Nursing Assistant - Med / Surg- (48 hour per pay period)

Certified Nursing Assistant - Med / Surg

Onamia, MN, USA

19.03-28.55 per hour

Hourly

Part Time

The NAR / CNA is responsible for assisting the professional nurse in the delivery of care. Under the direction of the professional nursing staff, the NAR provides the personal care for assigned residents, patients or clients and is an integral part of the care planning, assessment and recordkeeping systems.

Job Duties

• Assists with the needs and comfort of patients including hygiene, nutrition, activity and treatments in accordance with the policies and procedures of Mille Lacs Health System.
• Observes patients and communicates changes and / or needs to the Team Leader.
• Documents patient cares in the Electronic Medical Record. Cares include, but not limited to; vital signs, intake / output, meals and activities of daily living.
• Maintains a safe, clean environment for patients and staff by following infection control and safety policies and procedures.
• Supports and upholds the Patient's Bill of Rights.
• Performs all duties as assigned.
• Always uses appropriate lifting techniques when lifting / moving patients / equipment.
• Uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is appropriate for the given task.
• Reports accidents or incidents and safety hazards promptly.
• Cleans equipment, spills, etc. as necessary.
• Always uses appropriate equipment (i.e. transfer belts, Hoyer) when moving patients.
• Ensures patient privacy by knocking, pulling privacy curtains & draping patient.
• Ensures the dignity of the patient by consistently using respectful language.
• Keeps patient rooms neat, clean and orderly without prompting. Keeps kitchenette neat, clean and stocked without prompting. Keeps hallways clear of food carts, equipment, etc.

Required Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Company Benefits Overview

Mille Lacs Health System may obtain information about you from a third party consumer reporting agency for employment purposes. Thus, you may be the subject of a "consumer report" which may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and / or mode of living. These reports may contain information regarding your criminal history, social security verification, motor vehicle records ("driving records"), verification of your education or employment history, or other background checks.

You have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time, to request whether a consumer report has been run about you and to request a copy of your report. These searches will be conducted by Verified Credentials, LLC, 20890 Kenbridge Court, Lakeville, MN 55044, 800-473-4934, www.verifiedcredentials.com.