JOB SUMMARY
Working in conjunction with the Nurse Director, Clinical Care Supervisor, RN and LPN, the CNA II performs a variety of skills/tasks for predictable residents/patients/clients with limited risk of complications and change. The CNA II may not be delegated CNA II skills for acutely ill patients. The CNA II works under the direction of a licensed nurse who must follow the principles of delegation. CNA II work is reflective of CCMH mission, vision, and values. The CNA II will integrate departmental goals for improvement across the care continuum. The CNA II practices within the framework of the Wyoming Nurse Practice Act, and the National Patient Safety Goals.
Performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Nurse. Assists patients in dressing, undressing, bathing, eating, walking, and other activities. Ensures patients' safety, well-being, and comfort. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Aids physicians and nursing staff members with patient care needs if needed. Maintains documents and records related to patient care. Follows all relevant safety guidelines and regulations. Communicates with patients, their families, and other care providers. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Requires State License.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- CNA II skills may include but are not limited to the following:
- Oxygen therapy
- Sterile Technique
- Wound care
- Oropharyngeal suctioning
- Tracheostomy care for patients with well-established tracheostomy
- Assisting with peripheral IV fluids (“Assisting with peripheral IVs refers to the set-up of equipment and discontinuing IVs. It does not include venipuncture or hanging IVs”)
- Ostomy care
- Urinary catheter
- Removes a urinary catheter
- Obtains urine specimen from catheter port.
- Gastrostomy and percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy (P.E.G.) feeding tubes in a stable site
- Elimination procedures
- Capillary blood glucose testing
- Responding to mental health needs
- Observes patients and reports unusual conditions and/or reactions to RN
- Provides service excellence utilizing AIDET.
- Enhances patient safety by attending shift huddle, and performance of hourly rounding.
- Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Maintains a clean and safe environment.
- Performs routine cleaning tasks.
- Documents according to policy.
- Alerts staff when supplies are needed and replenishes stock.
- Demonstrates efficient time management and prioritization skills
- May be required to work on other nursing units.
- Must be free from governmental sanctions involving health care and/or financial practices.
- Complies with the hospital’s Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned. This list is non-exhaustive.