CNA Jobs in Summerfield, NC

Certified Nursing Assistant- SAU PT days

Description Kindred Hospital Greensboro is a 101-bed long-term acute care hospital treating chronically, critically ill patients who require an extended stay in a hospital setting with individualized care plans. We offer a 6-bed ICU and seven negative pressure rooms. We are accessible via I-85 expressway, nestled between Clinton Heights and Lincoln Heights Neighborhoods for your convenience. Job Summary Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care in assigned area. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, emotional support and performs more complex clinical skills under the direction of professional nursing personnel. Essential Functions Consults with and keeps supervisor informed of unit activities, needs and problems related to patient care. Provides general nursing care such as positioning the patient, lifting, turning, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting in the use of bed pan, urinal or commode, ambulating the patient and application of binder or anti embolic stockings, bed bath, oral/hair/back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table, and bedside stand, straightening patient room and other general care necessary during the shift. Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake and output measurements accurately. Documents in a timely manner. Prepares patient room and bed for admission and transfers and ensures all necessary equipment is in room. Maintains an attractive and comfortable environment for patients with special consideration to cleanliness of room, ventilation, and lighting. Assists in patient admission, transfer and discharge procedures. Assist with handling and care of patient belongings and other personal property. Answers patient call lights, telephone, and paging system and responds as appropriate. Able to release, remove and reapply restraints to patient under the direction of an RN. Ensures patient is in proper position and alignment. Assist RN and/or LVN/LPN with complicated patient treatment procedures. Serves and removes patient meal tray in timely manner. Assists with feeding and/or preparing items such as opening mild container, cutting food for patient. Assists patients with range of motion exercises, and movement to wheelchair or activity areas. Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards. Documentation via electronic health record. Attend interdisciplinary meetings as needed to provide input into selected patient’s plans of care. Documents restorative services provided following facility policies and procedures. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their family members, and facility staff. Basic computer knowledge. Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0-10% Must read, write and speak fluent English. Must have good and regular attendance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Licenses/Certification Valid certification as a CNA in the state of employment. CPR certification required. Experience Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.