Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Med Surg - Per Diem, Variable (Norwalk)

Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc. • Per Diem • Norwalk, CA, US • $25 / year • 6d ago

Job Description

The Certified Nursing Assistant aids professional and technical nursing personnel primarily by accomplishing a variety of duties and procedures which are directly related to patient care. Primary duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, ensuring the safety of the patient, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. Assists with stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Accurately measures and records patient weights and vital signs. Recognizes and reports changes in the patient's condition, takes appropriate action and accurately documents all activities as required. Receives and accurately inventories and secures patient belongings as appropriate
Assists patient with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures and other Activities of Daily Living (ADL), in consideration of patient age, gender, culture and stated preferences, maintaining patient privacy and respect at all times. Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean & safe environment. Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPAA compliance.
Assists with patient care activities as directed by licensed nurse, including specimen collection/transport, turning & positioning, and patient transportation.
Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Demonstrated prior patient care experience
Certification as a Nurse Assistant (CNA) in the state of CA
AHA Basic Life Support
Understanding of basic medical terminology
Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families

Pay Rate: Min - $25.67 | Max - $25.67

About Us

As an acute care, 50-bed community hospital, Norwalk Community Hospital provide quality healthcare to the Norwalk and surrounding communities. This includes our 24/7 emergency department and more than a dozen specialties, including pulmonary, gastrointestinal, cardiology, internal medicine, orthopedics, surgical services and more.

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