Nursing Assistant (Certified) (SMCSR UHW) Horizon View Primarily Evenings

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

Job Description:

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! 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 required.

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

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

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:Short HourShift Hours:8Days of the Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:Every other WeekendBenefits:NoUnions:YesPosition Status: Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:16Employee Status:Short HourNumber of Openings:1 This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800. Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Schedule/Shift: Short Hour/ Evenings

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