CNA ICU at Appalachian Regional Healthcare System – Boone, North Carolina

Position Summary The Certified Nursing Assistant performs all job functions under the direction of a licensed professional nurse. The CNA supports professional nursing staff by preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for procedures. Obtains and records accurate patient information. Administers treatment and personal care procedures to patients including, but not limited to, feeding, bathing, shaving, changing, cleaning, bed-making, and other duties as assigned. The Certified Nursing Assistant contributes to the education of patients and their families by reinforcing teaching instructed by professional staff or physicians as requested. Assists with physical examinations, take and record vital signs, notes and report any changes in the patient's condition. The Certified Nursing Assistant acts within the standards of behavior of Appalachian Regional Healthcare System and the scope of practice of a Nursing Assistant certified in the State of North Carolina. The Certified Nursing Assistant's behavior aligns with the strategic vision, mission, and values of the organization. Similarly, this individual practices compassion and respect for the inherit dignity, worth, identity, and unique attributes of each individual. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Hiring compensation ranges from $16.00 - $23.20 / hour. This position is also eligible for PRN shift differential on top of base rate of pay. Position Qualifications Minimum Education

• High School Diploma is required at time of hire.
• Successful completion of an accrediated CNA Program licensed in the State of North Carolina.

Experience

• Previous experience as a CNA is preferred, but not required.

Required Registration/License/Certification

• Certified as a Certified Nurse Assistant in the State of North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) issued from the American Heart Association is required at time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of scope of a CNA and experience in the field.
• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public, patients, family, staff, and physicians; acts within the chain of command, utilizing positive verbal and non-verbal skills.
• Ability to resolve conflict and maintain integrity in occasional high-stress situations in a ever-changing environment.
• Knowledge of the continuum of care.
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service to patients, family, staff, and physicians.
• Computer skills including data entry and the EMR.

Physical Demands

• Lifts, positions, pushes, pulls, and/or transfers up to and greater than 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity and mobility
• Prolonged, extensive or considerable sitting/standing/walking
• Bending, squatting, twisting, and turning
• Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less

Working Conditions

• Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
• Frequently exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment, odorous chemicals, and specimens and unpleasant elements (accident, injury, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces), etc.
• Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays) and emergencies
• Continuous standing and walking long periods = to or greater than > 8 hours per shift
• Continuous sitting for long period =to, or, greater than > 4 hours
• Speaking, reading, and writing, expanded > 8 hours per day
• Exposed to vibration and cramped spaces > 1-hour day
• Frequently mobilizes patients > 4 hours per day
• Frequently per shift: lifts, carries, pushes, and/or pulls > 50 lbs.
• Frequently per hour: bends, squats, kneels, twists, turns, and reaches
• Frequently per minute: hand, finger, and wrist repetition and moderate dexterity
• Frequently per hour: exposed to soft voices > 3 feet away
• Frequently per hour, exposed to close eye work
• Infrequently per shift: may be exposed to Ionizing/nonionizing radiation exposure, including x-ray and microwave