Certified Nursing Assistant - 24 Hours, Evenings (BMC South)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse assigned, performs a variety of direct patient care activities in caring for the personal needs and comforts of the patient.

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant

Department: Geri Psych

Location: BMC South

Schedule: 24 Hours, Evenings

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from infant to elderly as well as accommodating a variety of needs specific to impairments such as hearing, sight, substance abuse, language barriers, and potential victims of abuse.
• Incorporates knowledge and understanding of our committment to patient rights, exceptional care and the hospital's values and mission into his/her perfomance of job duties.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

A High school diploma or equivalent is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

Must possess a valid Massachusetts Certified Nursing Assistant license or show proof of enrollment in accredited nursing school and completion of the courses "Fundamentals of Nursing I & II."

EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience as a CNA preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with staff and patients is required.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple requests to ensure timeliness and provide exceptional patient care.
• Must possess the skills to be compassionate, empathetic and responsive to the needs of a variety of patients.
• Software/Hardware: Computer experience is preferred.

Other: Physical Requirements:

• Stand/Walk: 75% or More
• Use Hands to Finger, Feel, Reach w/Hands & Arms, Climb, or Balance: 50% - 75%
• Stoop, Kneel, Crouch or Crawl: Up to 25%
• Talk or Hear: 75% or More
• Taste or Smell: Up to 25%

Other Physical Requirements:

Other Physical Requirements (%):

• Lifting Requirements: No Lifting: 25% - 50% Up to 10 lbs.: 25% - 50% Up to 25 lbs.: Up to 25% Up to 50 lbs.: Up to 25% Up to 100 lbs.: Up to 25% Over 100 lbs.: Up to 25%
• Vision Requirements: Close Vision: Needed Distance Vision: Needed Color Vision: Needed Peripheral Vision: Needed Depth Vision: Needed Ability to Adjust Focus: Needed Other Vision Requirements: Other Vision Requirements (%):
• Typical Work Environment: Outdoor Weather Conditions: None Extreme Cold (Non-Weather): None
• Work in High Precarious Place: None Risk of Electrical Shock: Up to 25%
• Risk of Radiation: None
• Blood Born Pathogens: 25% - 50%
• Flammable, Explosive Gases: 25% - 50%
• Toxic or Caustic Chemicals: 25% - 50%
• Dust or Other Irritants: 25% - 50%
• Grease or Oils: Up to 25%
• Infections from Disease Bearing Specimens: 25% - 50%
• Infectious/Contagious Diseases: 75% or More
• Cleaning Agents/Chemicals: 50% - 75%
• Hot or Noisy Equipment: 25% - 50%
• Humid or Wet Conditions (Non-Weather): Up to 25%
• Other Exposure Description: Other Exposure (%): None Level of Noise Typical in Work Environment: Quiet Safety Equipment Used When Performing Job: ;#Safety Eye Glasses;#Surgical Mask;#Gloves;#Gowns;#Face Shields;#Boots;#Coveralls;#

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