Fulltime Rotating Days & Nights
General Summary
- Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan performs delegated competency validated patient care functions and applies technical skills of a limited uncomplicated nature. Fulfillment of the job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas.
Qualifications :
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
- No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Ability to utilize universal safety precautions and to act appropriately in emergency situations.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients requirements relative to his or her populationspecific and age specific the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
- Highly effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills with patients visitors and other healthcare team members to establish working relationships that foster optimal quality of patient care.
Patient Safety
- Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital department or unit patient safety initiatives.
- Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
- Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
- Identifies possible risks in processes procedures devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Pay Range: $17.17$24.04
Other Compensation (if applicable): shift differential eligible
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime