Job Posting
CNA
Hours: 7am-3pm, Monday-Friday
Position Summary
Provides direct and indirect patient care in the ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a registered nurse. Utilizes initiative, strives to maintain steady level of productivity. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment.
EDUCATION
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of CNA courses.
LICENSURE, REGISTRATIONS, & CERTIFICATIONS
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the State of Georgia.
• Current BCLS certification.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performs basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients within the Nursing Assistant’s scope of practice that includes actions that meet psychosocial needs and physical needs.
• Provides general aspects of care that meet psychosocial or physical needs or both simultaneously, within the Nursing Assistant’s scope of practice.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Meets communication needs of patients.
• Demonstrates performance reflecting the initiative and responsibility expected of a Nursing Assistant.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the Nursing Assistant’s scope of practice.
• Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge of patients in the Ambulatory Care Department.
• Performs basic patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age.
• Notifies the appropriate licensed personnel when a patient complains of pain.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate to the RN any observed changes in patient status and responses. Maintains awareness of the needs of the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric, and general patient population.
• Provides explanation to patient and family prior to administering care to patient; answers questions within scope of practice.
• Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services within scope of practice.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to charge nurse, coworkers, and physicians.
EXPERIENCE
• Six months previous experience preferred. Ability to proficiently perform all essential job responsibilities after three-month orientation period. Annual completion of required educational programs, i.e., infection control, safety, disaster preparedness, hazardous materials, patient care equipment, CPR training, orientation-general and departmental (if new hire) and minimal continuing education requirements as defined by the Department of Education.
Dodge County Hospital Is An Equal Opportunity Employer:
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Dodge County Hospital will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Dodge County Hospital does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Contact Information
Penny Brown - Director of Human Resources
Human Resources
Email: pbrown@dodgecountyhospital.com
Phone: 478-448-4105 |
