Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Medical PCU
- Brevard County, FL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- This position is Per Diem - Nights *
- Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the health care team and promotes effective team functioning.
- May have access to IV solutions, authorized medications and supplies as needed for patient care responsibilities.
- Maintains a clean and safe environment; uses and cares for equipment and supplies economically.
- Collects, records, and reports accurate patient information.
- Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and flexibility.
- Competently performs routine procedures and assists other associates to maintain productivity.
- Provides service to patients and families with sensitivity and respect for their needs, expectations, age, cultural and individual differences.
- Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report.
- Demonstrates and makes suggestions toward the positive financial performance of the unit.
- Education:
- Currently holds a Florida certificate as a Nursing Assistant,
- Or, has completed a Nursing Assistant course and is scheduled to take the Florida State exam, and will obtain certification within four months (120 days) from date of hire,
- Or Currently holds a Nursing Assistant license in another U.S. state and is seeking Florida licensure and will obtain Certification within four months (120 days) of hire.
- Certification: American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider upon hire and maintain certification.
- Experience:
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
- Must meet unit-specific care requirements.
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Must be able to speak/understand written and verbal instructions in the English language.
- Proficient in computer software applications.
- Ability to work in often stressful environment with patients/families at various ages and levels of understanding.
- Ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities.
- Ability to respond appropriately in life threatening situations.
- Ability to think critically to solve problems or escalate for assistance.
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.