Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Part Time - Nights - Weekend

Description

We offer a full suite of benefits ranging from :

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

FSA & HSA Plans

Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Salary Range : $25 / hour

Shift : Part time (2 days, 8 hours per shift) - 11 PM to 7 AM (shift differential applies) -Saturday and Sunday.

Coachella Valley Behavioral Health, a new premier inpatient treatment center for adults age 18 and older, is opening soon and will set the standard for nursing care in behavioral health. Our 80-bed hospital offers comprehensive training, dynamic leadership, and personalized support so you can achieve your greatest potential.

CNA Responsibilities include :

Ensure the well being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment, under direction of charge nurse or supervisor.

Complete patient observation rounds timely. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and / or 1 : 1 patient care.

Ensure patient rooms are clean and uncluttered.

Assist with transferring, lifting, raising or turning patients.

Obtain patient’s vital signs, height and weight as assigned and ensure accurate documentation.

Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly.

Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.

Respond to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress.

Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient’s emotions, behavior and participation in treatment and assist with seclusion and restraints when necessary.

Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.

Reinforce skills patients learn from nurses, physicians and therapist that promote improved physical and mental wellness.

Insure comfort, dignity, privacy and perform related CNA duties such as feed, bath, dress, groom, move patients or change linens.

Provide transfer or transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member, as required.

Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance.

Follow established policies, procedures and standards for patient care.

Clean unit as assigned by professional staff, including equipment such as, beds, IV poles and wheelchairs.

Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient medical record.

Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat and rehabilitate.

Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Education & Experience Requirements :

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Additional education or training which results in certification as nursing assistant per state requirements required.

Previous experience in behavioral health setting knowledge and experience working with the population of the facility preferred.

Licenses / Designations / Certifications :

Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or license, per state requirements.

CPR and de-escalation / restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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