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Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA Float Pool

Ardent Health Services, Pocatello, ID, United States


Day shift, full-time Float Pool Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Pocatello, ID.

Responsibilities

Work in partnership with the registered nurse to support the delivery of care in a safe patient environment that promotes caring and healing.

Demonstrate basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks for patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Document data as directed, and report observations and patient concerns to the registered nurse.

Ensure all safety precautions are observed including making sure call light is within reach, bed alarms are used as appropriate, side rails are up, bed is in lowest position, seat belts are in place, etc.

Obtain and record patients' vital signs.

Monitor patients and report patients’ condition at regular intervals and prior to completion of shift, and promptly report any signs or symptoms of concern to appropriate party.

Ensure accurate documentation of observations and interventions in the medical record.

Respond promptly to all call lights.

Assist patients with mobility and basic tasks, such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.

Provide basic patient transport.

Provide basic housekeeping duties as needed.

Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients and staff.

Assist in preparing and stripping rooms as needed.

Participate in Purposeful Hourly Rounding and Bedside Shift Report as directed.

Perform direct and indirect patient care duties as assigned and may provide clerical support to assigned unit.

Maintain unit records and orders/stocks routine supplies for the unit.

Covers needs primarily for Medical/Surgical, Progressive Care, Orthopedics, Behavioral Health, and Rehab.

Qualifications
Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED.

Current Certified Nurse Assistant certification in the State of Idaho.

BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

One year of experience as a nurse assistant.

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