Certified Nursing Assistant 1, 2 & 3

The Certified Nursing Assistant 1 , 2 or 3 (U) performs standard patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse. More specifically, the incumbent assists patients in dressing and undressing, bathing, and eating, and collects noninvasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs. Additionally, this employee aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures and documents patient interactions.

Responsibilities

Performs standard patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse; Assists patients in dressing and undressing, bathing, and eating; Collects noninvasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs; Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures and documents patient interactions; Provides for patients’ personal hygiene; Assists with meals and feeds patients, ambulates, turns, and positions patients; Administers enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, therapeutic and sitz baths, and applies restraints; Performs sugar and acetone urine testing, specimen collection, and post-mortem care; Answers patients’ call lights and requests promptly; Maintains a safe and attractive environment for patients and staff and transports patients and equipment; Reports patient conditions to the assigned nurse; Measures and records food and liquid intake and output, and checks and records vital signs; Provides patient help with walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed; Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; Valid Certified Nursing Assistant license with State of Florida; Minimum 1 - 5 years of relevant experience; Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail; Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines; Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion; Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary; Commitment to the University’s core values; Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment; Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office)