Resource Nursing Assistant I - Nights

Location: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist - Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC. Department: 34145 Enterprise Corporate - Resource Team: Wake. Status: Full time. Benefits Eligible: Yes. Hours Per Week: 40. Schedule Details/Additional Information: Active CNA in good standing; 1+ year acute/hospital experience (2+ years preferred); 12 hours (7a-7p or 7p-7a); Three 12 hour shifts per week (total of 36 hours); 4 weekends and 3 holidays (rotating between 3 tracks); No call requirement; MUST BE ABLE TO TRAVEL TO THE FOLLOWING SITES: Baptist, Alleghany Health, Hugh Chatham, Wilkes. Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20.

Responsibilities

Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated; Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested; Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR); Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN; Documents appropriately; Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings; Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly; Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification; Maintains competency as required; Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports; Maintains and orders stock for nursing area; Cleans equipment and work areas; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices; Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up/removal, proper positioning and diet selection; Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care; Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices; Under the direction of RN and as determined by site/unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, and bladder scans; Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Requirements

Active CNA in good standing; 1+ year acute/hospital experience; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days; Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices; Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) or High School Graduate; Basic computer skills; Excellent oral and written communication; Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities; Must be able to travel to Baptist, Alleghany Health, Hugh Chatham, Wilkes; Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance; Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs of force, perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; Must have functional vision and hearing; Must be able to use foot pedals on carts or machines; Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications

Nice to have

2+ years acute/hospital experience

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance