Certified Nursing Assistant Unit 52 Med/Stroke/Tele Nights FT

Job description

Under direct supervision assists the professional nurse in providing direct and indirect patient care. Education: HS Diploma or equivalent Licensure: Experience: At least 6 months experience in direct patient care preferred Skills: - Heart Saver (CPR Certification) - CNA - Current registration with State of Maryland Board of Nursing Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant - Ability to read and write English in order to provide basic patient care, to understand and communicate detailed instructions relating to basic patient care, and perform simple calculations in order to take and record weights, vital signs, and routine information in patient charts - Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients, visitors, physicians, and other staff in a courteous manner. - Competent to safety handle medications Patient & Workplace Safety: Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties. Patient Population: Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: - Provides for care, comfort, and safety of assigned patients...