Job: CNA Unit Coordinator Med/Surg

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $18.66-$23.46/hr.

Location: Salida, CO.

Job Description

SUMMARY

CNAs perform patient care duties as delegated by a nursing. The job consists of basic nursing skills, personal care skills, basic restorative services, and recognition of mental health and social service needs. CNAs ensure infection control measures are adhered to, safety and emergency procedures follow. CNAs promote and respect patient rights and independence, all while demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills. CNAs work to ensure patient safety at all times. Unit Coordinator prepares, compiles and maintains patients' medical records in assigned nursing unit. Coordinates communication between professional staff and with other hospital departments by performing the following duties.

$500.00 Sign on Bonus HRRMC Medical/Surgical department has CNA/ Unit Coordinator position available working 32 to 36 hours/ week. This position is eligible for our benefits package including: dental, vision and medical insurance, employer matching retirement and paid time off, employee assistance program, on site employee gym . This position requires a telemetry certification within 6 months of hire to transition into a Patient Care Tech. Apply today at www. hrrmc.com 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES PER AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

1. Performs patient care as assigned by the nurse. This may include the data collection of vital signs, daily weights, dietary intake, and output.

2. Accurate and timely document in the EHR data collected and/or care performed.

3. Immediately, as available, respond to patient call lights, address patient needs, and report any changes in patient condition to the primary nurse.

4. Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and activities of daily living such as drinking, eating, dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene.

5. Safely ambulates patients within parameters of weight bearing status or at the level of assistance indicated by RN or Rehab staff.

6. Act as a behavioral health safety sitter when appropriate.

7. Assist nursing staff to keep room tidy and clutter-free.

8. Clean collection of urine and stool samples as delegated by the nurse.

9. Prepare patient rooms for admission and assist in the discharge process.

UNIT COORDINATOR

1. Prepare and maintain medical record to ensure accuracy of records and integrity of charts for the electronic and paper record.

2. Prepare medical record for patient discharges or transfers and including scheduling of follow up appointments.

3. Acts as the primary contact for the Adult Pediatric unit by answering the phone, directing visitors, and assisting both nursing and providers

4. Maintain unit stock supplies by monitoring of expiration dates, performing special orders and requisition of unit supplies.

5. Complete Quality Assurance, Performance improvement, and Strategic plan initiatives as assigned

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) or certification within 4 months.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Colorado State Certified Nursing Assistant License within 4 months of hire. BLS/CPR.

VACCINATION EXEMPTIONS ACCEPTED All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a negative drug screen test*, criminal background check, reference checks, infection prevention procedures (TB test, Flu Shot, immunization records, etc.), physical capacity profile and acknowledgement of policies.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “Visit” below for more detail on this specific job.