Certified Nursing Assistant

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Rice Community Hospital is a rural critical access hospital dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our community. With a hospital, and two clinics, we are committed to improving the health and well-being of those we serve. Our close-knit team values collaboration, innovation, and patient-centered care, making our facility a great place to work and grow professionally.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer a generous benefits package, including 6 weeks of paid time off (PTO) for full-time employees, to ensure our team members have the flexibility to recharge and spend time with their families.

The CNA performs nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care activities under the supervision of a registered professional nurse. Assists in providing high quality, cost effective care by performing delegated tasks.

• Assist in direct patient care by providing fundamental physical care to enhance patient comfort, following directives from the Registered Nurse
• Aid all assigned patients with activities of daily living in a timely manner according to their individual needs
• Ensure the neat and secure making of all assigned beds
• Obtain and accurately record assigned specimens on schedule
• Record and monitor patient vital signs, including temperatures, pulse rates, respiratory rates, blood pressures, intake and output, and weights
• Promptly observe and report any patient concerns or changes in condition to a registered nurse
• Prepare patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to departmental procedures
• Assist providers and registered nurses with examinations and procedures
• Contribute to the care of drainage devices while ensuring accurate output documentation
• Assist with basic rehabilitation/Physical Therapy activities, including active and passive range of motion and ambulation
• Prepare patients for meals and provide assistance during meals as needed
• Communicate with RN regarding any nutrition issues, such as poor appetite or a lack of understanding of diet changes
• Actively seek and suggest ways to improve the quality of systems related to job responsibilities
• Apply safety principles and proper body mechanics when performing personal care activities such as turning, transferring, and exercising patients
• Maintain 100% confidentiality for all information received, disclosing it only as required by the job
• Document care provided within hospital guidelines
• Assist in indirect patient care by maintaining a clean and safe environment to prevent and/or control infections and ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and employees
• Keep assigned patient care areas, staff work areas, and unit equipment clean and organized
• Ensure hallways and work areas are free of unused equipment during shifts
• Report all necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel
• Assist in routine unit operations as directed/needed to ensure smooth communication and functioning of the unit
• Answer telephone calls in a timely and courteous manner, identifying oneself at all times
• Respond to patient call bells courteously and relay messages to the appropriate personnel
• Relay accurate telephone, visitor, and patient messages to the appropriate persons promptly
• Complete errands as requested in a timely manner
• Maintain a professional and neat personal appearance
• Attend education, staff, and mandatory meetings
• Perform other duties/projects as assigned

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients, patients' families, physicians, and staff
• Possess motor coordination and dexterity necessary to coordinate hands, eyes, and fingers when assisting elderly patients, administering medications, and using various instruments
• Have visual and hearing abilities sufficient to comprehend written and verbal communication, as well as to perceive changes in a patient's condition and medications
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and assist with others in lifting higher weight ranges
• Perform heavy and hard work, including activities such as lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, and walking
• Successfully provide effective team support for hospital personnel
• Ability to work with families and patients in compromised health situations
• Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with peers and employees
• Demonstrates kindness, courtesy and compassion to all patients, families, providers, coworkers, and visitors at all times
• Able to handle stressful situations

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• State registered CNA license required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association) within 3 months of hire date
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in the care of the elderly

• One year of CNA experience in an acute care setting

This job description is not intended as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities…