Odessa Regional Medical Center

CNA - Telemetry - PRN

Odessa, TX, USPosted 2 days ago

Job Description

CNA - Telemetry - PRN

Job Summary

  • Provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients within scope of practice.
  • Addresses both psychosocial and physical needs of patients.
  • Communicates effectively to meet patient needs.
  • Demonstrates initiative and responsibility in patient care.
  • Assists with patient admission, transfer, and discharge.
  • Delivers age-appropriate care, considering patient condition.
  • Alerts licensed personnel when patients report pain.
  • Reports changes in patient status to RN.
  • Supports feeding and hydration based on patient age and condition.
  • Explains procedures to patients and families; answers questions within scope.
  • Performs treatments and services within scope of practice.
  • Collaborates with other departments for interdisciplinary care.
  • Prepares medical records for admissions and discharges.
  • Coordinates nursing staff for patient/physician support.

Education

  • High School diploma or the equivalent preferred
  • Successful completion of certified nursing assistant program

Experience

* Minimum 6 months to 1 year of related work experience preferred.

Licenses/Certificates

  • Current Nursing Assistant Certification
  • BLS – Upon hire
  • COAP – Within 90 days

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