Nursing Assistant (Certified)

Company: Sutter Health
Location: Novato
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Organization:SSRRH-Sutter Santa Rosa Reg HospitalPosition Overview: The Nursing Assistant (NA) works under the supervision of the RN or LVN. The NA is responsible for competent, compassionate and individualized hygiene and basic nursing care for a group of patients for which the NA has demonstrated age specific competencies (e.g., vital signs, hygiene, ADL). The incumbent has access to Protected Health Information as needed to accomplish the accountabilities as outlined in this job description. This includes access to the patient's medical record.Job Description:EDUCATIONHS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURECNA-Certified Nurse AssistantBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider within 60 Days of hire

EXPERIENCEMinimum of six months experience in hospital, nursing school or long term care facility.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGECommunicates effectively in English (verbal and written).Has effective skills in communication and interpersonal relationships.Has the flexibility to adapt to new and changing situations.Has the ability to think critically and set priorities.Participates as a collaborative member of the Patient Care Team.Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care to patients served.Demonstrates competencies required by department (per initial orientation and annual review). Working knowledge of established safety topics (e.g., Infection Control, Electrical Safety, Disaster) as required by department and organizational standards License/Certifications: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association, CNA-Certified Nurse Assistant - California Department of Public HealthEducation:High School Diploma (Required)Job Shift:VariedSchedule:Per Diem/CasualShift Hours:8Days of the Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:Once a MonthBenefits:NoUnions:YesPosition Status: Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:1Employee Status:Per Diem/CasualNumber of Openings:1Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Schedule/Shift: Per Diem/Casual/ Days

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