Caring People, Changing Lives.

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator, Director of Nursing, and licensed personnel (RN/LPN) participates in provision of nursing care and completion of care tasks for the adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric patient appropriate to the age of the patient served. (S)he will work from written and verbal instructions and must be willing to work a flexible schedule, weekends, and holidays. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will assist the registered nurse or other licensed personnel to achieve the goal of assisting individuals in the restoration and maintenance of maximal, physical, psychosocial, and spiritual health. The CNA is responsible for following Standard Precautions (Universal Precaution and Body Substance Isolation) including transmission based isolation precaution as appropriate and as directed by the licensed nurse. The CNA will be flexible and able to work as assigned to central units, the Protective Care Unit, or as an additional companion for patients requiring constant monitoring. SCOPE OF AUTHORITY / LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY / REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS / IDENTIFICATION OF WORK TEAM The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will work under the supervision of licensed personnel to administer direct and indirect care. All care provided will be based on the patient’s written plan of care and physician order. All Nursing and Hospital policies and procedures will be followed The CNA will understand and contribute to goals of the department as they work in harmony with the mission of the hospital. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR EQUIVALENTS(education, experience, licensure, certification, and/or specific skills) *time frame for proficiency where appropriate Education:High school, degree, or equivalent. Experience:Minimum of (1) year healthcare experience preferred. Licensure/Certification: Certification as a nurse assistant by a Tennessee accredited program or verified work history as a nurse assistant prior to the Tennessee certification requirement becoming effective. Current BLS CPR Certification required Skills/Competencies: Working knowledge of: Measurement of BP, Pulse, Respirations, Temp (Axillary, Oral, Rectal), Weights, I&O. Hygiene and skin care. Frequently used patient care and safety equipment. Frequently performed procedures such as patient transfer, positioning, etc. Nutrition and feeding. Demonstrates initial and ongoing competencies with additional training prior to performing tasks. (See Clinical Competency Skills List for Certified Nursing Assistant - Addendum A) PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to work an 12-hour shift. Must be able to stand 40-60% of an 12-hour shift; must be able to walk an average of 40-130 feet and a maximum of 1294 feet 35-45% of an 12-hour shift; Must be able to lift and or carry objects weighing 6-26 pounds on an occasional to frequent basis, up to 60 feet. Objects will be picked up from floor level up to 72 inches. Must be able to push an