This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
Job description
Certified Nurse Assistant Inpatient RehabThe C.N.A. provides basic patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse.Location: Orangeburg, South CarolinaEntity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type: EmployeeWorker Sub-Type: RegularCost Center: CC ORBG - IP Rehab NursingPay Rate Type: HourlyPay Grade: Health-19Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36Work Shift: Job DescriptionWork Environment: May be exposed to infectious, contagious and blood borne diseases. Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to unpleasant elements including accidents, injuries and illnesses. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations. Is occasionally subject to irregular hours. Occasional exposure to radiation.Supervisory Responsibilities: None.Financial Responsibilities: Financial stewardship of supplies and resources.Essential Functions:1. Recognizes, obtains and reports appropriate data to the staff.2. Provides patient care services to include basic hygiene, bathing and feeding functions. Obtains vital signs3. Appropriately documents findings and information.4. Communicates appropriate information to the staff as required.5. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy. Maintains confidentiality of patient and unit care data.6. Has access to minimal risk medications contained in kits, trays or packs associated with certain procedures, as well as IV fluids stored in patient care areas and automated dispensing units.7. Follows the MUSC Standards of Behaviors.8. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assignedPhysical Requirements: Physical requirements are primarily related to the essential functions of any job. In order to perform the essential functions of this position, you must be able to stand up to twelve (12) hours, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, talk, hear and smell. Must be able to lift or exert energy up to 35 pounds. The Regional Medical Center has purchased patient transfer/lift devices to reduce the physical lifting of patients. Safe patient handling equipment is to be utilized for the transfer and lifting of patients greater than 35 pounds.Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe area that can be seen move up/down or left/right) and depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances).Mental Requirements: Ability to read and interpret business or safety manuals, clinical or technical procedures or regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence and/or manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, patients, families, other employees and medical staff. Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to multitask and prioritize assigned and assumed responsibilities to complete tasks as necessary.Population Served: This position primarily interacts with all age groups and provides direct patient care. All staff members must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to meet the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related needs of the persons in the assigned work area. Staff members must be able to understand and respond to the expectations and needs of patients, family members and visitors from diverse cultural backgrounds.Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have current South Carolina Certified Nursing Assistant Certification or Patient Care Technician certificate. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
Worksite address
orangeburg, SC, 29115, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.