About this opportunity
Townsen Memorial Hospital lists this Certified Nursing Assistant-Full Time Nights opportunity in humble, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Certified Nursing Assistant
Townsen Memorial Hospital-Humble is looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team! The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for admitting the patient to the clinical area and providing nursing care to the post-operative patient, as well as, developing a nursing care plan specifically designed for the individual patient. The staffing of the Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.
Essential Functions:
Ensures supplies and equipment needed are available and in good working order
Assists with admitting the patient to the unit and prepares him/her for the scheduled procedure
Completes patient care responsibilities in a timely manner with accurate documentation
Implements doctor's orders in a timely and accurate manner
Educates patients and family
Provides patient and family members emotional support as necessary
Documents patient care delivered, accurately in the medical record
Maintains established Center/Departmental policies and procedures
Maintains confidentiality of patient and Center related business
Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors, and center employees
Documents concisely, precisely, and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy
Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and Center business
Performs other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Practices nursing within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of Texas and accepts responsibility and accountability for own actions
Knowledge of vital sign monitor operation
Basic knowledge and understanding of nursing diagnosis
Knowledge of Principles of Standard Precautions
Knowledge of Nursing care for the post-surgical patient
Possesses appropriate communication skills to practice collaborative nursing
Ability to adapt to unexpected changes, effectively acclimate to various work schedules to achieve high quality of care
Ability to respond quickly, physically, and mentally when priorities and/or the patient's condition changes
Ability to use a structured format for regular communication with patients and family
Ability to use downtime effectively, help and respond positively to request for assistance from team members
Compliance with facility policies and procedures
Compliance with continuing and mandatory education programs
Education and Experience:
Graduate of an accredited school and certification (CNA)
Previous post-surgical care experience
Current BLS
Benefits:
3 Medical Plans
2 Dental Plans
2 Vision Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plan
401(k) with a 2-year vesting
PTO + Holidays
Worksite address
humble, TX, 77396, US
Who can apply
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