CNA-Med​/Surg

CNA-Med/Surg Days (26-402) – Artesia General Hospital

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs basic patient care activities under the direction of a licensed nurse.

• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care assistance to patients.
• Monitors patients and collects information to be documented in the medical record.
• Perform bedside testing as necessary.
• Perform basic patient care.
• Maintain constant communication with nursing staff regarding patient conditions and changes in status.
• Maintain proper documentation in accordance with department and facility standards and requirements of regulatory bodies.
• Ensure delivery and assistance with patient food trays and other nourishment.
• Collect and deliver specimen to appropriate areas including laboratory, transport x-rays and other equipment as necessary.
• Perform basic clerical duties as required.
• Ensure cleanliness of unit, equipment and work area.
• Inventory and maintain supplies and equipment as needed.

• As assigned.

• Basic nursing.

AGE-RELATED

COMPETENCIES:

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT:
Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

RISK MANAGEMENT / QUALITY MANAGEMENT / SAFETY:
Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work Experience – Less than one year in an acute or long-term care setting preferred.
• Training – Completion of a CNA training program.
• License/Certification – Current New Mexico Certified Nursing Assistant Certification required. Current BLS required.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care