Location: East Sandwich,MA, USA
Patient Care Associate (CNA) - Overnight shift, Part Time 32 hours -
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Provide direct patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Nurse.
* Patient care plan is carried out as directed by Registered Nurse.
* Patient physical care is provided such as bed bath, toileting, grooming, changing bed linen, etc. per established guidelines.
* Patient general care is provided such as positioning, lifting and turning, and using adaptive and transfer equipment per established guidelines.
* Patient monitoring activities such as vital signs and blood glucose are performed per established guidelines.
* Patients are prepared for meals, assisting when appropriate to meet patients' need.
* Patient rounds are performed regularly, and call lights are answered promptly to meet patients' needs.
* Patient care is documented in a timely manner adhering to established standards.
* Patient room clutter is organized to make best use of space and clean environment.
* Specimens are obtained and labeled consistent with established procedures.
* Mentoring and teaching is provided for new nursing assistants to meet performance expectations.
* Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.
* SRN Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.
Education/Degree
* High school diploma, GED or equivalent required unless candidate holds a nursing assistant certification.
Experience/Certification
Required
* Recent experience and/or training in clinical patient care required.
Preferred
* Enrollment in a Nursing, Pre-Med, or Physician Assistant (PA) undergraduate program, with a minimum of one semester of completed patient care rotations at the time of hire. OR
* Possession of a valid license, certification, or enrollment as a student in a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or EMT-accredited program at the time of hire.
Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)
Required:
* Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with the English language.
* Must demonstrate basic skills in math and computer science.
* Must demonstrate the ability to perform, modify, and record all physical therapy skills with relevance to appropriate thoroughness and sequencing.
* Healthcare Provider CPR certification required.
* Knowledge of DPH/OEMS regulations.
Preferred:
* Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.
* Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.
* Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.
* High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
* Attention to detail.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work Environment:
Activity
Amount of Time Spent
None
1 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
Over 75%
Outdoor weather conditions
X
Extreme cold (non weather)
X
Work in high place(s)
X
Work in confined space(s)
X
Risk of electrical shock
X
Risk of radiation exposure
X
Exposure to blood borne pathogens
X
Flammable/explosive gases
X
Toxic / caustic chemicals
X
Dust or other irritants
X
Grease or oils
X
Hazardous specimens
X
Exposure to lab animals
X
Infectious / contagious disease
X
Cleaning agents/chemicals
X
Hot equipment
X
Noisy equipment
X
Humid or wet conditions (non -weather)
X
Other
X
Lifting/Carry Requirements of this job
No Lifting required
No Carrying required
Number of pounds
Amount of Time
1 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
Over 75%
Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry
Up to 10 pounds
X
X
Up to 25 pounds
X
X
Up to 50 pounds
X
Up to 100 pounds
X
Over 100 pounds
X
Push/Pull Requirements of this job:
No Pushing required
No Pulling required
Number of pounds
Amount of Time
1 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
Over 75%
Push
Pull
Push
Pull
Push
Pull
Push
Pull
Up to 10 pounds
X
X
Up to 25 pounds
X
X
Up to 50 pounds
X
X
Up to 100 pounds
X
X
Over 100 pounds
X
X
Physical Activity requirements of this job:
Activity
Amount of Time Spent
None
1 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
Over 75%
Stand
X
Walk
X
Sit
X
Use of hands requiring fine motor skills and sense of touch
X
Move / rotate / bend wrist(s)
X
Type / use keyboard or other data entry device
X
Reach with hands & arms
X
Climb stairs
X
Climb ladder or other equipment
X
Drive / operate motor vehicle
X
Balance
X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl
X
Speak
X
Hear
X
Taste
X
Smell
X
Touch
X
Other
X
Vision Requirements of this job:
Vision Requirement
Always called upon in job
Sometimes called upon in job
Rarely called upon in job
Close vision
X
Distance vision
X
Color vision
X
Peripheral vision
X
Depth perception
X
Ability to adjust focus
X
Other
Safety equipment used while performing this job:
Safety eye glasses
X
Gowns
X
Filter lens (welding/soldering)
Scrubs
X
Face shields
X
Boots
Ear plugs or Mufflers
Hard hat
Surgical mask / dust mask
X
Coveralls
Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
Gloves
X
Other
Level of noise typical in this work environment:
Very quiet
Quiet
Moderate
X
Loud
Very loud