KPC Promise Hospital of AMARILLO : To provide routine nursing care and services that support the care delivered to patients / residents requiring long-term acute or transitional restorative care, in accordance with the established nursing care procedures and as directed by the nurse.
QUALIFICATIONS :
1. Current CNA state Certification and must maintain Certification renewal in accordance
with the standards of the regulatory agency; Preferred
- 2. Prior experience in healthcare preferred;
- 3. Basic computer skills as evidenced by knowledge of Internet and Email;
- 4. Must be able to read, write, and speak English;
- 5. BLS certification through American Heart Association;
6. ANSI Food Handler certification, if required by state regulating body.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
1. Provides general aspects of patient / resident care that meet psychosocial or physical needs or both
simultaneously, within the NA’s scope of practice to include but not be limited to : feeding, bathing,
and dressing patients / residents; assisting with toileting; taking vital signs; serving meals; making
beds; keeping rooms tidy; setting up medical equipment and assisting with procedures; answering
call lights for help; and observing and reporting changes in a patient / resident condition or
- behavior;
- 2. Meets current documentation standards and completes within shift;
- 3. Practices established infection control procedures;
- 4. Basic computer skills as evidenced by knowledge of Internet and Email;
- 5. Maintains confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information;
- 6. Works ethically and demonstrates good customer service;
- 7. Arrives promptly, regularly and reliably for assigned work schedule;
8. Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
1. Performs other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS :
Physical : Walking - up to 50% Standing - up to 75% Kneeling - up to 25%
Sitting - up to 25% Pushing - up to 50% Bending - up to 25%
Squatting - up to 25% Pulling - up to 50% Reaching - up to 35%
Lifting - up to 50lbs Wrist / Finger Movements - up to 90%
Mental : Stress Level : Moderate