What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inpatient Dept - Nursing Assistant - PRN Position position at Wayne Hospital Company?
This position is a Casual/PRN Nursing Assistant position working varied shifts and hours, based on the needs of the department. The position will be cross trained to other units and scheduled there as needed. The position reports to the Director of Inpatient Services.
Qualifications:
- 6 months’ experience in a health care environment desired.
- STNA License required within 6 months.
- Current CPR certification or successful completion upon hire to the position.
- Computer skills to meet the needs of the position.
- High School diploma or equivalent
Skill and Ability:
- Should obtain minimal level of proficiency of tasks through experience by the end of three months.
- Knowledge of principles of direct patient care, certain treatments, basic observations and essential points of care about emergency patients.
- Requires high level of mental alertness to avoid error and negative consequences to patients.
- Spends majority of time dealing with patients of whom some may create stress, frustration, or high level of concern.
- Physical abilities must allow for frequent working, stooping, bending, and frequent lifting and moving of patients.
- Emergency Preparedness and Life Safety within one year.
- All other duties as assigned