Assists nurses with direct and indirect patient care activities. Prepares patients rooms for occupancy after discharge. Additional responsibilities includes blood draws and EKG's.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Observes patient's mental, emotional and physical conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff.
Performs non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions as directed by nursing staff.
May perform special procedures as required and directed (i.e., blood draws/EKGs).
Conducts regular patient rounds and meets with patient’s family members when required.
Collects test specimens and performs laboratory analysis as directed by nursing staff.
Answers patient calls and determines how best to help them.
Provides physical support for patients with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, walking, standing or exercising.
Department: 5 West
Shift: Days
Daily Work Times: 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Scheduled Biweekly Hours: 48 hours
Qualifications:
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification Program or equivalent
BLS issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross Certification
Preferred:
Minimum of six (6) months recent experience as a Nurse Assistant in an acute care setting preferred.
Completion of phlebotomy course or equivalent experience preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
We are committed to encouraging and sustaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex/pregnancy (including pregnancy/childbirth or pregnancy/childbirth-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status prohibited by applicable laws. We also make good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
Assists nurses with direct and indirect patient care activities. Prepares patients rooms for occupancy after discharge. Additional responsibilities includes blood draws and EKG's. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Observes patient's mental, emotional and physical conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff. Performs non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions as directed by nursing staff. May perform special procedures as required and directed (i.e., blood draws/EKGs). Conducts regular patient rounds and meets with patient’s family members when required. Collects test specimens and performs laboratory analysis as directed by nursing staff. Answers patient calls and determines how best to help them. Provides physical support for patients with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, walking, standing or exercising. Department: 5 West Shift: Days Daily Work Times: 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Scheduled Biweekly Hours: 48 hours Qualifications: Required: High school diploma or equivalent Completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification Program or equivalent BLS issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross Certification Preferred: Minimum of six (6) months recent experience as a Nurse Assistant in an acute care setting preferred. Completion of phlebotomy course or equivalent experience preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans We are committed to encouraging and sustaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex/pregnancy (including pregnancy/childbirth or pregnancy/childbirth-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status prohibited by applicable laws. We also make good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Additional Information Schedule: Part-time Requisition ID: 26002475 Daily Work Times: 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Hours Per Pay Period: 48 On Call: No Weekends: Yes
Assists nurses with direct and indirect patient care activities. Prepares patients rooms for occupancy after discharge. Additional responsibilities includes blood draws and EKG's. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Observes patient's mental, emotional and physical conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff. Performs non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions as directed by nursing staff. May perform special procedures as required and directed (i.e., blood draws/EKGs). Conducts regular patient rounds and meets with patient’s family members when required. Collects test specimens and performs laboratory analysis as directed by nursing staff. Answers patient calls and determines how best to help them. Provides physical support for patients with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, walking, standing or exercising. Department: 6 East Shift: Nights Daily Work Times: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. Scheduled Biweekly Hours: 48 hours Qualifications: Required: High school diploma or equivalent Completion of a Nurse Assistant Certification Program or equivalent BLS issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross Certification Preferred: Minimum of six (6) months recent experience as a Nurse Assistant in an acute care setting preferred. Completion of phlebotomy course or equivalent experience preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans We are committed to encouraging and sustaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex/pregnancy (including pregnancy/childbirth or pregnancy/childbirth-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status prohibited by applicable laws. We also make good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Additional Information Schedule: Per Diem Requisition ID: 26002091 Daily Work Times: Variable Hours Per Pay Period: 0.01 On Call: No Weekends: Yes
Purpose of Position: Nursing Assistant Performs as a member of the Nursing Team various duties assisting Staff Nurses in the treatment and care of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures. Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Must be courteous to patients, customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Identify and locate needed accessories to facilitate transport. Answering call lights. Making beds both empty and occupied. Setting up all equipment routinely used on their home base units. Preparing room for admission. Assist with patient discharges Removal of linens. Answering telephone. Must wear facility provided identification badge. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family member, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers. Facilitate communication to RNs to provide best care possible for patients Performs other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested by his/her immediate supervisor. Additional PATIENT SERVICE ASSISTANT PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Transports patients via wheelchairs and stretchers. Vital signs, oxygen saturation, weights, and non-invasive specimen collection. Turning and positioning patients, range of motion, ambulation, and toiletry. Assistance with all ADL's and complete care as needed. Setting up, assisting and educating patients, with commodes, bedpans, urinals, sitz baths, walkers, wheelchairs, slings, venodyne boots, crutches, specific precautions- with input from PT as needed Appropriate emptying and/or recording of all drainage devices. Postmortem care. Qualifications Nursing Assistant Trainee (Apprenticeship Program) – Grade FHS5, Job Code: 00351 Ability to read, write and communication in English Obtain BLS Certification upon completion of the Apprenticeship Program The Nursing Assistant Registered Apprenticeship Program: 1. Includes a classroom curriculum with an accredited Nursing Assistant Program 2. Includes on-the-job training 3. Must successfully complete Program within 6 months of hire into Trainee role Upon completion of the Falmouth Hospital Nursing Assistant Apprenticeship Program, incumbent will transfer into the Nursing Assistant, Grade FHS5A, Job Code: 00333. Nursing Assistant, Will-Train – Grade FHS5, Job Code: 00444 Ability to read, write and communication in English Obtain BLS Certification upon completion of the Will-Train program Upon completion of the Falmouth Hospital Nursing Assistant Will-Train program, successful passage of the Falmouth Hospital written competency exam for Nursing Assistant Upon completion of the Falmouth Hospital Nursing Assistant Will-Train program, incumbent will transfer into the Nursing Assistant, Grade FHS5A, Job Code: 00333 Nursing Assistant – Grade FHS5A, Job Code: 00333 Ability to read, write and communication in English Must meet at least one of the following qualifications: a) Successful completion of a Nursing Assistant Program b) Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program c) Successful completion of an EMT Program d) Successful completed of an LPN Program e) Equivalent clinical Military experience f) Completed at least one year of an accredited Nursing School Program g) Successful completion of the Falmouth Hospital Nursing Assistant Will-Train or Trainee program Current Basic Life Support Certification Successful passage of CPI training within 6 months from hire and must maintain recertification annually Schedule Details: 64PP (32 Hours Per Week), Rotating Nights, 11p-7p, Every Other Weekend & Rotating Holidays Organization : Falmouth Hospital Association Primary Location : Massachusetts-Falmouth Department : FHA-Med / Surg 3 Annual/Hourly: Hourly Hiring Pay Range: 15.73 - 30.43
Job Summary: Assists in the safe care of the patient as directed. Assists in maintaining safe and efficient unit operations, utilizing excellent customer service skills. Permitted to change patient from portable O2 to wall O2. Education Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred: Current enrollment or completion of a nursing assistant training program Registration/Certification/Licensure: Act 33/73 clearances and Healthcare Provider CPR Experience Minimum: N/A Preferred: Previous experience working as a nursing assistant in an acute care facility. Other Requirements: Comprehensive Crisis Management per policy. Responsible to safely access, transport, and handle single dose medications to include prescription and non-prescription medications. Responsible to safely access, transport, and handle sharps, such as needles, suture kits, lancets, syringes, etc. Status: Non-Exempt Physical Requirements: The following frequency definitions apply to all Physical Requirements unless otherwise noted: Occasional: (0-1/3 of day , 0 - 2.5 hrs/day, 1 - 4 reps/hr) Frequent: (1/3 -2/3 of day , 2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day, 5 -24 reps/hr) Constant: (> 2/3rd of day , > 5.5 hrs/day, > 24 reps/hr) NOTE: An asterisk (*) indicates that the item is an essential function. Non-Material Handling Standing* - Remaining on one's feet in an upright position remaining stationary - OCCASIONAL Walking* - Remaining upright on one's feet, and moving about - FREQUENT Sitting* - Body remains in a seated position - OCCASIONAL Stooping* - To bend the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist - OCCASIONAL Bending* - To flex the upper body forward - FREQUENT Twisting* - To rotate the upper body forward - FREQUENT Climbing* - To move the body in any direction on equipment or structures that do not include stairs or ladders - OCCASIONAL Ladders - To ascend and descend ladders - N/A Stairs* - To ascend and descend stairs - OCCASIONAL Kneeling* - To move the body downwards and come to rest on both hands and both knees - OCCASIONAL Squatting* - To move the body downwards by bending both knees - FREQUENT Crouching* - To bend the body forward and downward by bending the spine and the legs - OCCASIONAL Crawling* - To move the body forward or backwards on hands and knees - N/A Reaching Horizontal* - To extend the arms and hands outward, remaining under shoulder height - FREQUENT Reaching Overhead* - To extend the arms and hands up and out over shoulder height - FREQUENT Grasping* - Using functional gripping of the hand to handle an object - FREQUENT Finger Manipulation* - To manipulate objects with the use of fingers - FREQUENT Seeing* - Using visual feedback to accomplish a task or activity - CONSTANT Hearing* - Using sound feedback to accomplish a task or activity - CONSTANT Repetitive Upper Extremity Use* - Using the arms and/or hands continuously or more than 2/3 of the total time - CONSTANT Repetitive Lower Extremity Use - Using the legs and/or feet continuously or more than 2/3 of the total time - N/A Material Handling Pushing * - To exert a force upon an object in order to move it in a certain direction Pushing refers to moving an object away from the person OCCASIONAL 20# - 50# Pulling * - To exert a force upon an object in order to move it in a certain direction Pulling refers to moving an object towards the person FREQUENT 20# - 50# Lift * - Floor to Waist FREQUENT 20# - 50# Lift * - Waist to shoulder OCCASIONAL Up to 20# Lift * - Shoulder to overhead OCCASIONAL Up to 20# Carrying - To transport an object or article using the arms or hands (> 10 feet) FREQUENT Up to 20# Environmental Factors Working alone * - OCCASIONAL Working in cramped quarters - N/A Constant interruptions * - CONSTANT Working with hands in water * - FREQUENT Use of power tools - N/A Working on ladders/scaffolding - N/A Exposure to vibration - N/A Exposure to dust - N/A Exposure to noise (constant) - FREQUENT Exposure to electrical energy (outlets, etc) - N/A Exposure to temperature changes (heat, cold, humidity), that require special clothing - N/A Exposure to slippery walking surfaces - OCCASIONAL Exposure to solvents, grease, oils - N/A Exposure to radiant energy, ie computer terminal (more than 4 hours per shift) - OCCASIONAL Working with bloodborne pathogens - FREQUENT Cardiovascular Energy Requirements - Physical Demand Physical Demand Met Level Examples of similar activity intensity Sedentary to Light 0 - 3.5 Light house cleaning, washing dishes, serving food, food shopping, sitting, standing, computer work. Medium 3.6 - 6.3 House work (mopping, scrubbing), health club exercising, treadmill work, stretching, yoga, walk/run-play with children, aerobic class, dancing, carrying bucket/wood, auto body repair, shoveling snow, golf (carrying clubs). Heavy to Very Heavy > 6.4 Calisthenics (push up, pull up, sit up, vigorous effort), carrying groceries upstairs, shoveling coal, bailing hay, fire fighting, sawing by hand, splitting wood. As relates to this position: Sedentary to Light - FREQUENT Medium - FREQUENT Heavy to Very Heavy - N/A
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction. ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state. Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world. ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes: Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers. Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances Discounted Pet Insurance Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b). 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer. Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service. Eleven Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members. Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care. Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness. On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool. Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice. Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University. On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities. License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff. Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals. Emergency Travel Assistance Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more. Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org. Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act. Summary Under general supervision, provides basic patient care to all patients including those in isolation. Provides age specific assistance with activities of daily living and therapeutic measures that will result in a lower level of agitation or higher level of comfort for the patient. Under direct supervision, ensures patient safety under ANMC care through observation. L evel I employees are new graduate or newly certified within their first 2 years of practice. Level II employees have at least 2 years of practice and demonstrate increased levels of training, certification, and precepting. Level III employees perform high level, complex, and responsible tasks within this position, assist with process improvements, train lower-level employees, and generally work with minimum supervision and follow-up from their supervisor. Under general supervision, provides basic patient care to all patients including those in isolation. Provides age specific assistance with activities of daily living and therapeutic measures that will result in a lower level of agitation or higher level of comfort for the patient. Under direct supervision, ensures patient safety under ANMC care through observation. L evel I employees are new graduate or newly certified within their first 2 years of practice. Level II employees have at least 2 years of practice and demonstrate increased levels of training, certification, and precepting. Level III employees perform high level, complex, and responsible tasks within this position, assist with process improvements, train lower level employees, and generally work with minimum supervision and follow-up from their supervisor. Responsibilities Observes patients experiencing suicidal ideation, behavioral health issues, or other safety concerns to ensure safety and stability. Reports significant changes or unusual occurrences to primary Registered Nurse (RN). Records and reports all information within scope of knowledge. Conducts regular environmental assessments to ensure the environment is free of objects, equipment, medications, etc. that a suicidal patient may use to harm themselves. Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions. Provides basic care including hygiene and activities of daily living such as bed baths, showers, grooming, dressing, toileting, monitoring body functions, preventative skin care, incontinence care, feeding, and oral hygiene. Assists nursing staff with mobility using safe transfer techniques, patient transport, range of motion, ambulation, restraints, care for the patient’s environment, and application of safety measures to all patients. Obtains and records vital signs, temperature, height, weight, girth measurements, incentive spirometry, calorie counts, and other specific parameters as directed. Documents findings on appropriate electronic health record (EHR) flow sheet and reports findings to the RN. Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to the RN. Performs patient treatments as directed such as application of heat or cold, and simple non-sterile dressings. Provides ostomy, post-mortem, and indwelling catheter care. Assists with oral suctioning, care of established tracheostomies, and care of long term permanent-placed feeding tube sites (not nasal tubes). Performs a variety of technical tasks which may include: non-invasive collection and transportation of specimens to the laboratory, obtaining blood glucose levels, measuring and recording fluid and food intake and output, removal of urinary catheter, bowel care, placing electrodes and leads for electrocardiograms, cardiac monitoring, and telemetry, traction frame set up, cast care, and application of external monitoring devices. Documents and reports results to the RN. Recognizes abnormal signs and symptoms including shortness of breath, rapid respiration, fever, chills, cough, chest or abdomen pain, blue color to the lips, drowsiness, and excessive thirst or sweating. Reports changes in body function, abnormal signs and symptoms to RN. Initiates CPR and other basic life support or emergency measures as required. Adheres to established safety, emergency and disaster procedures. Assists with patient examinations and therapeutic procedures, including aseptic procedures requiring sterile preps. Transports patients and equipment as required. Maintains cleanliness and safety of a variety of equipment; reports any hazardous equipment and seeks repairs when necessary; maintains confidentiality in regard to patient care information and chart contents. Assist in infection control including using standard precautions and isolation precautions as appropriate. Collaborates with personnel in nursing and supportive services and with members of the health care team to promote respect in delivery of patient care. Performs clerical duties. Answers the phones, completes requisitions, schedules tests and appointments, scans and files reports, orders supplies and equipment, and manages patients’ medical records. Performs other duties as assigned. Certified Nursing Assistant II Acts as a preceptor for new hire employees. Actively participates in a unit or hospital wide council. Participates in at least one specialty training relating to patient safety, injury prevention or hospital acquired conditions (i.e., EKG, HAPI, CAUTI, Falls, etc.) Certified Nursing Assistant III Participates in providing training for safe patient handling and mobility at skill fairs or other training venues. Obtains interdepartmental training to develop skills related to wound care, telemetry services, and any others determined as needed by supervisor. Assists department leadership by performing audits or other department improvement surveillance. Provides department leadership input on process improvement opportunities or is involved in a workgroup to support implementing change process. All O bserves patients experiencing suicidal ideation, behavioral health issues, or other safety concerns to ensure safety and stability. Reports significant changes or unusual occurrences to primary Registered Nurse (RN). Records and reports all information within scope of knowledge. Conducts regular environmental assessments to ensure the environment is free of objects, equipment, medications, etc. that a suicidal patient may use to harm themselves. Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions. Provides basic care including hygiene and activities of daily living such as bed baths, showers, grooming, dressing, toileting, monitoring body functions, preventative skin care, incontinence care, feeding, and oral hygiene. Assists nursing staff with mobility using safe transfer techniques, patient transport, range of motion, ambulation, restraints, care for the patient’s environment, and application of safety measures to all patients. Obtains and records vital signs, temperature, height, weight, girth measurements, incentive spirometry, calorie counts, and other specific parameters as directed. Documents findings on appropriate electronic health record (EHR) flow sheet and reports findings to the RN. Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to the RN. Performs patient treatments as directed such as application of heat or cold, and simple non-sterile dressings. Provides ostomy, post-mortem, and indwelling catheter care. Assists with oral suctioning, care of established tracheostomies, and care of long term permanent-placed feeding tube sites (not nasal tubes). Performs a variety of technical tasks which may include: non-invasive collection and transportation of specimens to the laboratory, obtaining blood glucose levels, measuring and recording fluid and food intake and output, removal of urinary catheter, bowel care, placing electrodes and leads for electrocardiograms, cardiac monitoring, and telemetry, traction frame set up, cast care, and application of external monitoring devices. Documents and reports results to the RN. Recognizes abnormal signs and symptoms including shortness of breath, rapid respiration, fever, chills, cough, chest or abdomen pain, blue color to the lips, drowsiness, and excessive thirst or sweating. Reports changes in body function, abnormal signs and symptoms to RN. Initiates CPR and other basic life support or emergency measures as required. Adheres to established safety, emergency and disaster procedures. Assists with patient examinations and therapeutic procedures, including aseptic procedures requiring sterile preps. Transports patients and equipment as required. Maintains cleanliness and safety of a variety of equipment; reports any hazardous equipment and seeks repairs when necessary; maintains confidentiality in regard to patient care information and chart contents. Assist in infection control including using standard precautions and isolation precautions as appropriate. Collaborates with personnel in nursing and supportive services and with members of the health care team to promote respect in delivery of patient care. Performs clerical duties. Answers the phones, completes requisitions, schedules tests and appointments, scans and files reports, orders supplies and equipment, and manages patients’ medical records. Performs other duties as assigned. C ertified Nursing Assistant II A ct as a preceptor for new hire employees. Active participation in a unit or hospital wide council. Participate in at least one specialty training relating to patient safety, injury prevention or hospital acquired conditions (i.e., EKG, HAPI, CAUTI, Falls, etc.) C ertified Nursing Assistant III P articipate in providing training for safe patient handling and mobility at skill fairs or other training venues. Obtain interdepartmental training to develop skills related to wound care, telemetry services, and any others determined as needed by supervisor. Assist department leadership by performing audits or other department improvement surveillance. Provide department leadership input on process improvement opportunities or be involved in a workgroup to support implementing change process. Other Information KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS Knowledge of safety factors and medical terminology. Knowledge of policies and procedures for the care of patients. Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices. Knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written to interact with patients and families. Skill in observing patients and taking appropriate action as needed. Skill in analyzing safety issues and preparing recommendations based on findings. Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees. Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications. MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION A high school diploma or GED equivalent. Minimum Experience Qualification Certified Nursing Assistant I Non-supervisory - Zero (0) year of work experience. Certified Nursing Assistant II Non-supervisory - Two (2) years’ experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Certified Nursing Assistant III Non-supervisory – Four (4) years’ experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant. MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION Current State of Alaska Nurse’s Aide license. Certification in Basic Life Support required. Preferred Experience Qualification Previous work experience in a hospital setting. Additional Requirements Must complete Crisis Prevention Intervention training and Suicide Observation training within sixty (60) days of hire. KNOWLEDGE And SKILLS A ll Knowledge of safety factors and medical terminology. Knowledge of policies and procedures for the care of patients. Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices. Knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written to interact with patients and families. Skill in observing patients and taking appropriate action as needed. Skill in analyzing safety issues and preparing recommendations based on findings. Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees. Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications. MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION A ll A high school diploma or GED equivalent. mInimum Experience Qualification C ertified Nursing Assistant I Non-supervisory - Zero (0) year of work experience. C ertified Nursing Assistant II Non-supervisory - Two (2) years’ experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant. C ertified Nursing Assistant III Non-supervisory – Four (4) years’ experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant. MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION A ll C urrent State of Alaska Nurse’s Aide license. C ertification in Basic Life Support required. PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION N /A Preferred Experience Qualification P revious work experience in a hospital setting. PREFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION N /A a Dditional Requirements A ll Must complete Crisis Prevention Intervention training and Suicide Observation training within sixty (60) days of hire.