Certified Nurse Assistant CNA PRN Night Shift

Description

Exalt Health, an acute rehabilitation hospital, provides an intensive rehabilitation program and admitted patients must be able to tolerate three hours of intense rehabilitation services per day. Focused on caring for patients with complex rehabilitative needs such as stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, head trauma, , medically debilitation conditions, neurological disorders, cardio-pulmonary amputations, orthopedic injuries, and major multiple trauma.

Position Summary

The Certified Nurse Assistant, under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse, is responsible for performing direct patient care-related activities to meet identified patient outcomes and achieve the hospital's goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As a CNA in our inpatient rehabilitation setting, you will be a key care team member, providing hands-on assistance to patients as they regain their independence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Patient Care: Assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulation, and transferring.
• Comfort and Support: Providing emotional support and companionship to patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
• Maintaining a Safe Environment: Helping to maintain a clean and safe patient environment by following infection control protocols and assisting with housekeeping tasks.
• Communication and Reporting: Communicating effectively with patients, families, nurses, and therapists, keeping them informed about patient needs and observations.
• Data Collection: Documenting patient information and vital signs as directed by the nursing team

Requirements: Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Licenses or Certifications

• Current BLS via the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.
• Current, unencumbered Certification as a Nurse Assistant in states where required.

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