Certified Nursing Assistant- Surgical Unit

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Employment Type : Full time Shift : 12 Hour Night Shift

General Summary :

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be assigned to function in either the Health Unit Coordinator or Nursing Assistant role. When functioning in the Nursing Assistant role, the CNA works under the delegated authority of a registered nurse to perform a nursing function within their scope of practice and assist the nurse in collecting data for a nursing assessment under the supervision of a nurse. The CNA provides quality nursing care to patients; implements specific procedures and programs; coordinates work within the department, as well as with other departments; reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor; responds to inquiries or requests for information; and assists the immediate supervisor with tasks to support department operations. This job description, performance appraisal and competency assessment applies to all Certified Nursing Assistants who have successfully met performance expectations for the CNA. The employee supports the Mission of CHE Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.

Minimum licensure / certification required (if applicable) : Certification as a nursing assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing High school diploma BLS certification

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required :

• Current knowledge of nursing skills within their scope of practice.
• Computer and audiovisual skills using various applications and technologies : Internet, email, word processing, wireless phone, pager.
• Ability to obtain and retrieve data.
• Effectively read, speak, write, compose and comprehend English.
• Effective eye and hand coordination.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize.
• Ability to work well with individuals and groups.

Working Conditions :

Physical Requirements : Ability to lift patients / patient care equipment up to 35 pounds. Must be able to push, pull, and move patients and patient care equipment. Must be able to bend body downward at the waist and be able to kneel. Must be able to utilize a computer for periods of time throughout the shift.

Visual Acuity : The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and / or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and / or assembly at distances close to the eyes; discern and distinguish colors.

Auditory Acuity : Must have sufficient acuity to identify auditory alarms in noisy environments.

Environmental Conditions : The worker is subject to hazards associated with a hospital environment.

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services. We were named one of America's 100 Best Hospitals for 2021.

Our Commitment : Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.