Nursing Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant / Float Pool / Full-Time

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment.
RequirementsEDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent.
Successful completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification required.
Specialty certifications as required by each unit.
SKILLS: Must be able to pass skills competency checklist as required by each unit.
Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.
EXPERIENCE: Six months in a healthcare related field preferred.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION: - Responsible to: Director/Manager, Nursing Unit
ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogens - B Works irregular hours.
Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care.
Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays.
Subject to varying unpredictable situations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking.
Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics.
Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment.
Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits.
Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.


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