Non-Emp CNA

Overview

PERFORMS ROUTINE BASIC PATIENT CARE UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A REGISTERED NURSE:
Under the direction of an RN/LPN, provides care and treatment appropriate to the age of patients/residents served as defined and determined through unit-specific Scope of Care, Competency/Skills Checklists, Equipment Skills Matrix, Policies and Procedures and Inservice Training. Receives report and/or makes rounds on each assigned patient/resident with the registered nurse/licensed personnel. Performs and completes assigned tasks accurately. Assists licensed personnel in the delivery of patient/resident care.

Obtains and records patient’s vital signs and reports to the Nurse. Recognizes variations in patient/resident condition from what is normally found. Reports observations to the team leaders; e.g., patient complaints, patient behavior or appearance, family complaints. Assists patient/resident with ADLs, ambulation, transfers, functional/bed mobility, exercises, application and/or use of equipment or orthotics (for example: prosthesis, AFO, ambulation devices, etc.) according to the established protocols and/or patient/resident plan of care.

Demonstrates understanding of pressure ulcer staging (Stages: I, II, III, IV). Follows skin care/wound protocol (e.g., sterile technique, Stage II dressing changes, pressure relief devices/techniques). Demonstrates understanding of adequate nutrition and hydration for populations served. Follows continence management protocol (e.g., bladder scans, timed voids, Foley management). Demonstrates the ability to manage the cognitively impaired and/or dementia patients/residents (e.g., TBI, dementia, strokes/MI).

Utilizes cognitive/communication adaptive techniques (e.g., validation therapy, use of compensatory attention/memory strategies, cueing for safety) for patients/residents with cognitive impairment according to protocols and the patient/residents plan of care. Demonstrates the ability to manage agitated patients/residents (e.g., TBI, panic disorder, anxiety, dementia, paranoia, psychiatric history) by working 1:1 with the patient/resident using de-escalation techniques as designated in unit protocols or the patient/resident plan of care.

Maintains accurate, timely and objective documentation (e.g., vital signs, ADLs, weight, intake, output, food intake, restorative, activity) each shift. Adheres to Infection Control policies at all times. Maintains a safe, clean environment on the nursing unit. Reports unsafe and/or broken equipment or practices immediately to appropriate personnel. Provides input and supports individual care plan goals for patients/residents. Manages increased patient/resident load and demonstrates flexibility of work assignments.

Reports completeness of assigned tasks to the nurse at end of shift and, as necessary, otherwise.

Serves as a preceptor to new CNAs on the unit (e.g., serves as advisor and coach, shares job duties, offers support, encourages peak performance, role model, assists with care plan implementation and documentation, utilizes organizational roles and responsibilities). Assists with orientation of new staff (e.g., use of adaptive equipment, transfer protocols, continence management, wound care protocols and eating skills) as assigned.

Displays initiative and maintains proficiency in patient care procedures. Performs tasks appropriate for the skill level and educational preparation. Assists other unit members without being asked when own work is complete. Follows documented policy and procedure in the delivery of patient care. Participates in patient/resident care conferences, staff meetings and in-services (minimum of 10 per year) and nursing committees. Completes all mandatory certifications, competencies.

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Has minimum of three (3) years of full-time experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Registry of the Board of Nursing as a Certified Nurse Aide required. BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (HCP) required. Meets all criteria for CNA. Successful completion of a Virginia Board of Nursing approved advanced certification education program (120-hour Advance Nurse Aide Course). Certification as a CNA or eligible for application in Virginia. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

• Must understand basic principles of human growth and development
• Must be competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply based on the age of the patient served
• Must have a reliable means of phone communication with hospital
• Need to be 18 years old

20 A Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Patient Care Tech.

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