Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) MedSurg

Position Summary:
Provide direct patient care, both medical and non-medical.  Cares are directed and supervised by the RN or LPN.  Assures the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

Excellence in Practice:

• Treats patients with respect and dignity.  Providing privacy in all cares.
• Completes assignments, good time managements.  Assists others willingly.  Answers call lights promptly.  Makes hourly rounds.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living:  meal time set up and feeding, toileting, ambulation, transfers, positioning, dressing, AM & PM cares – bathing, oral hygiene, shave, skin and nail care.  Attends to physical, spiritual and emotional needs.
• Accurately documents care provided:  Activity, Meals, I & O, Vital Signs, Weights, Swing Bed activities and ADL assessments.
• Computer skills:  Able to register patient when ward clerk is not available, order entry for specimen collection and requisitions for maintenance (equipment repairs).
• Assist with admissions and discharges – room preparation.
• Cooperates with unit cleaning, maintenance and restocking:  Diet kitchen, utility room, report room, patient rooms, supply room, med carts, IV trays, equipment, etc.
• Good technical skills:  Vital Signs, I & O, specimen collection, WBG, Weights, Isolation, hot and cold pads and SCD’s.
• Respectfully takes direction from medical professionals and reports changes in patient condition timely.
• Assists with maintaining equipment and reports all faulty equipment.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a state-approved CNA certification program.
• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of North Dakota.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards patients and their families.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare practices.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a supportive, community-oriented environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join the West River Health Services family and embark on a rewarding career in rural healthcare.