Nursing Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant / Float Pool / Full-time

Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment.

RequirementsDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year.CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification required. Specialty certifications as required by each unit.SKILLS: Must be able to pass skills competency checklist as required by each unit. Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.EXPERIENCE: Six months in a healthcare related field preferred.NATURE OF SUPERVISION:-Responsible to: Director/Manager, Nursing UnitENVIRONMENT:- Bloodborne pathogens - B Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying unpredictable situations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

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