Certified Nursing Assistant

POSITION:
Inpatient Unit Secretary (CNA)

HOURS:

0.6 FTE / Non-Exempt (48 hours per pay period)

Rotating day/night shift as well as rotating weekends and holidays

UNION:
Yes

UNION NAME:
Local 113

WAGE RANGE: $19.03 - $28.39

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of licensed Nursing staff, demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the Nursing Assistant role in the team delivery of patient care as defined by the MN Board of Nursing and reinforced in CCM Health policies. Under the direction of licensed Nursing staff, assists in providing activities of daily living and comfort measures according to a written plan of care for assigned patients.

Assists with patient care activities/services of a technical nature and assists with daily unit activities and order. The Unit Secretary is responsible for the coordination of communications, processing orders for new admissions, outpatients and observation bed patients including transcribing orders, assembling patients’ charts and ordering tests and other necessities. Responsible for assisting the professional nurse with the clerical duties as well as answering all incoming calls and directing them to the proper location.

Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, the public, coworkers and others.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Completion of recognized Nursing Assistant course
• Current unrestricted Minnesota Nursing Assistant Certificate is required
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

SKILL(S):

• Knowledge of basic mathematical computations; skill in taking temperatures, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and weight
• Legible printing and/or handwriting
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions; to observe and report anything that varies from normal or expected
• Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with patients, families and health team members
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations and hospital procedures
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrates organizational skills
• Demonstrates excellent service and telephone etiquette

EXPERIENCE: Experience is preferred but not required.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – up to 26 days per year
• Single Health Insurance premium paid in full
• Affordable Family Health Insurance premiums
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Public Employee Retirement Association of MN (PERA)
• On-site Child Care Center
• Wellness Center Membership discount

CCM Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

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