Certified Nursing Assistant

this position is located at mangum regional medical center

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist licensed nursing personnel in providing patient care in assigned areas. Helps patients by supporting personal hygiene and daily living needs; providing comfort, transportation, and vital sign monitoring.

POSITION SUMMARY EXPANDED

Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, (“The Unity Bill”) this position is considered a “Safety-sensitive position. “Safety-sensitive” is defined to include “any job that includes tasks or duties that could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others.” Employees working in “safety-sensitive” roles are subject to this exception and subject to disciplinary action in the event of a positive test for marijuana or its metabolites.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

* Ability to operate and handle many kinds of complex equipment.

* Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and maintain current knowledge in caring for pediatric through geriatric patients.

* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

* Required educational levels call for proof at time of hire.

* 2 years previous hospital experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

* Certified as a Nurse Aide (CNA) in the state of Oklahoma.

* BLS certified.

* Proof of all required License(s) and Certification(s) is due at time of hire.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

* Certified as a CNA in the state of Oklahoma.

* BLS certification required upon hire and throughout employment.

* Demonstrates initiative, ability to work with others, and professional judgement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following

* To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily.

* Each category will be assessed on performance measurements of a...