This position provides direct patient care and clinical support under the
direction of a Registered Nurse. Performs delegated tasks within the scope of
practice, maintains accurate and timely documentation, and collaborates with the
healthcare team to support quality patient outcomes. The successful candidate
demonstrates strong organizational skills, attention to detail, adaptability,
and a commitment to delivering care aligned with organizational values.
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: Previous hospital/long term care experience, including
the use of medical terminology, preferred. This position requires a person who
exhibits a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, the ability to
work productively under stress, and who displays a professional demeanor and is
able to prioritize workloads. The employee in this position must be able to
demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide a safe environment and
therapeutic milieu based on the age of the patients served. The employee must
demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life
span, possess the ability to communicate observed changes in patient’s
behavior/activity to the RN. This job description will change from time to time
as tasks, organization, and technology changes.
EDUCATION: High school graduate, HiSET or GED equivalent preferred. Successful
completion of a CNA program required. This position description may qualify for
a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the
base pay. The conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at
the time of hire.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: Current certification as a nursing assistant
required or enrollment in the SPH CNA training program and must obtain
certification at the end of the training period. Current and valid BLS
certification required. SECURE Training required within 6 months of hire date,
then annually updated.