Nurse Aide

Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) Certified Nurse Aide Full time

Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) Certified Nurse Aide Full time

30-bed Intermediate Care Unit providing care for the following patients:

• Post Interventional
• Electrophysiology pre- post procedures i.e. ablations, pacemakers
• Respiratory Failure
• High acuity patients with a strong focus on cardiac care
• Functions as a step-down intermediate care unit meeting the acute care patient needs.
• EKG Class, ACLS and residency classes are provided.
• Individualized, comprehensive program with a primary preceptor.
• A floating charge nurse for support on every shift 7 days a week
• Full time (72 hours biweekly)
• Shift: 12- hour day/night (6-6)
• Every third weekend
• Eligible for shift and weekend differential

Position Function: The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) functions as an integral part of the patient care team by performing selected patient/resident care treatments and tasks as delegated by licensed nurses and is accountable for his/her own action in performing duties as assigned and for which he/she is trained. Included is recognition and understanding of the physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes unique to the age group served.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Job Class Specifics:

• Consistently communicates pertinent information to the primary nurse and/or follows chain of command to ensure patient and safety concerns are addressed.
• Seeks guidance and direction, as necessary, for performance of duties and completion of assignment.
• Assists and maintains a neat, clean and safe environment for patients, families, employees, volunteers and providers.
• Demonstrates competence with all CNA standard work and performs independently, accurately, efficiently, promptly, recognizing importance to positive outcomes.
• Receives instructions and follows directions accurately and in a cooperative manner; thinks critically and clarifies questions and concerns prior to acting.
• Observes changes in patient condition & promptly reports to primary nurse and/or follows chain of command to ensure patient and safety concerns are addressed.
• Documents according to standard work elements in electronic medical record in addition to informing primary nurse and other caregivers.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics to prevent injury to self and others. Safely positions, transfers and transports patients according to standard work elements.
• Assists in maintaining equipment assigned to patient care and reports malfunctioning of equipment to appropriate personnel.
• Supports orientation of new personnel to the unit by welcoming and encouraging them. Serves as a preceptor or "buddy" to new team members.
• Recognizes and responds to shifting priorities in the patient care process. Readily adapts to changes in workload and responds efficiently and effectively.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Anticipates patient, family, team member, and unit needs and is proactive rather than waiting to be told.
• Answers/responds to patient call lights, telephone and voice communications/pages promptly.
• Follows standard work in post mortem care and transport.
• Follows standard work in responding to Code Blue.
• Maintains current knowledge through reading journals, attending meetings, and continuing education. Maintains certification.
• Transports medications within the hospital as requested and needed according to Hospital policy.
• Functions as a virtual sitter as assigned which includes, but is not limited to, observing patients for disruptive behavior or safety issues, crawling out of bed, fall risks, redirecting patients as necessary through a virtual platform and working collaboratively with the bedside staff.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Standards:

Education: Formal Education and Training - High school graduate or the equivalent preferred. Informal or Continuing Education - Evidence of participation in educational programs to update and maintain knowledge and clinical skills.

Experience: Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required. Previous experience as a CNA or LPN preferred. Proficient communication skills including reading comprehension and listening skills. Required to demonstrate proficiency in CNA knowledge and basic arithmetic.

Outpatient Behavioral Health: Previous experience as a CNA in an outpatient setting with mental health experience preferred.

Certifications/Licensure: CPR certification required. Pennsylvania State Nurse Aide Certification or Pennsylvania LPN license is required.