Supports patients by assisting with personal hygiene, providing comfort, transportation, and vital sign monitoring.
Job Duties:
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Demonstrates respect and the highest standards of care for patients/residents and all employees.
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Provides service in a timely manner and with a cheerful attitude to all customers.
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Performs as a productive team member who is continually working and producing results.
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Consistently performs purposeful 2 to 3 hour rounding on all patients/residents.
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Uses effective communication with patients/residents regarding their personal care.
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Champion collaboration among health care team members to ensure patient needs are met.
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Provides clear communication during patient handoffs with physicians, patients/residents, and family members.
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Maintains an attitude and environment that encourages retention through professionalism and respect.
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Accepts ownership for the continuous success of the team.
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Maintains a professional image of the organization in accordance with organizational policies.
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Willingly adjusts to assignment changes with a positive attitude.
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Promotes patient/resident-centered care by maintaining a clean, calm, and quiet environment, especially at night.
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Participates in process improvement in a positive manner.
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Provides the best possible service through accountability and a positive work ethic.
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Consistently completes assigned departmental duties throughout and/or by end of shift.
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Responds to patient needs in a consistent timely manner or follows department guidelines when not available.
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Performs adequate documentation of patient care by completion of all interventions.
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Adheres to infection prevention protocols and complies with hand washing protocol.
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Provides patient care based on evidence-based practice guidelines.
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Embraces change and supports new ideas and management decisions.
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Improvement or consistency in performance and behavior from previous evaluation.
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Participates in departmental and organizational initiatives and/or committees.
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Participates in educational opportunities (i.e. certifications, skills fairs, in-services, etc.).
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Practices effective time management and conserves expenses.
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Promptly reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Education:
Current CNA certification.
Training/Experience:
Prior CNA experience highly desired.
Skills/Qualifications:
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Multi-tasking
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Medical Teamwork
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Bedside Manner
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Infection Control
