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Ballad Health lists this CNA/Nursing Assistant opportunity in abingdon, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
CNA/Nursing Assistant (7a-7p) Med Surg 3rd Floor - Abingdon, VAJohnston Memorial Hospital | Patient Care & Support | Full TimeDescriptionJob Description: Summary: The Nursing Assistant will provide direct patient/resident care and supportive services to nursing unit and health care provider team under registered nurse supervision. Responsibilities include: bedside patient/resident care, nursing assistant procedures, stocking supplies, maintaining equipment, routine housekeeping duties as needed, transportation of patients/residents as necessary, basic computer skills for documentation of care & procedures performed and for training and education needs. Assists or performs Activities of Daily Living (i.e. bathing, toileting, eating, dressing, grooming, etc.) for the patients/residents of the facility as well as changes bed linen and assists with transferring residents from bed to chair, chair to bed and turning and repositioning of the patient/resident while in bed. Observes and reports the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdown to prevent decubitus ulcers. Reports accident, incidents, injuries, and/or skin tears to nurse supervisor/charge nurse. Measures and records blood pressure, heart rate, respirations, temperature and informs the RN/nurse supervisor/charge nurse if not within normal limits for the patient/resident (i.e. increased/decreased blood pressure, increased/decreased heart rate, etc.). Performs blood glucose monitoring if required per department expectations. Ability to use computer and basic clerical skills is a must. Performs clerical functions within the unit to include answering phones/call lights, inputting orders into the computer, supply ordering, etc. Performs other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate or as directed by the leader/manager. Must meet education and training requirements of department. Completes training/competency in specialty skills/procedures for department population as designated. Must be flexible to change working area/service multiple times daily.Requirements:High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate (GED or HISET) or confirmation of three years of experience in hospital/medical setting. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the appropriate state (TN or VA) required. In behavioral health areas, phlebotomy training is required. Individuals who are at least 18 years of age and who have graduated or are actively enrolled in a high school/secondary education program in good standing with the academic institution and on track for meeting the high school/secondary graduation requirements are eligible for employment in this role.Licenses and Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required for this Position. AHA BLS is required for direct patient care provider.Work Requirements: Shift: Night On Call: No Rotating Travel Required: No Travel Shift Details: 7p-7a City/State: Abingdon, VAThe range for this position is $17.00-$24.23. Actual rate is dependent upon experience.
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abingdon, VA, 24210, US
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