CNA/Nursing Assistant

**This posting is for external candidates. YNHHS employees- This job posting can be utilized to refer external candidates to support the Employee Referral Bonus Program.

Are you a Certified Nursing Assistant (or equivalent) dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our compassionate and dedicated healthcare team. Westerly Hospital currently has amazing opportunities available, in various inpatient and outpatient units. Please apply to this job posting if you are interested in either Full-time, Part-time, or Per diem jobs for any shift (Day/Evening/Night).

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Under The Delegation And Supervision Of An Rn, Provides Clinical Support With Basic Nursing Care And Patient Monitoring For The General Welfare And Safety Of All Patients.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

1. Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direct
   supervision of licensed personnel and according to their standards of practice.
   1 1. Communicates to licensed personnel any changes noticed inn patients condition, or any problems with
   treatments or devices.
   1 2. Assists with basic patient care including but not inclusive to AM and PM care , vital signs, toileting, I&O,
   feeding, activities of daily living, transport of patients throughout hospital, responds to call lights
   promptly and provides necessary assistance. Orients patients and families to the unit - sets up
   equipment in patient?s rooms to prepare for admissions.
   1 3.
   1 4. Maintains clean and orderly patient care, storage, pantry and utility areas.
   2. Essential Functions ( continued)
   2 1. Adheres to The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures
   2 2. Adheres to the hospital exposure control plans/blood-borne and airborne pathogens
   Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department to
   provide quality patient care.
   2 3.
   2 4. Acts in the role of patient observer when required
   3. Staff/Self Development
   3 1. Acts as a resource and role model
   Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to
   safety of the organization and specific job related hazards.
   3 2. Takes initiative to keep informed and updated on department and hospital information by attending staff
   meetings, checking e-mails, and department posting.
   3 3.
   3 4. Actively participates in training and educational activities for one's own development.
   4. Staff/Self Development (continued)
   4 1. Actively participates in train and educational activities for other staff members
   4 2. Functions as a preceptor to new staff. Gives constructive and timely feedback to the orientee.
   4 3. Participates in quality improvement activities
   5. Customer Service
   Demonstrate a high level of respect, dignity compassion and professionalism for all customers by
   utilizing the four tenets of Patient Family and Centered Partnership.
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   5 1. Responds to customer?s issues/requests in a clear concise and timely manner utilizing active listening
   skills and validating information.
   5 2.
   5 3. Promotes positive intradepartmental and interdepartmental relationships
   Maintains confidentiality with respect to patient, co-worker and hospital information by disclosing
   information only on a "need to know basis" and discussing information in appropriate areas.
   5 4.
   6. Employee Collaboration and Teamwork
   6 1. Recognizes and values the contributions of fellow employees and displays cooperation and teamwork.
   6 2. Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to adapt to organizational and departmental needs.
   6 3. Identifies ways to improve work environment and give potential solutions when problems are identified.
   Promotes effective working relations across all departments to facilitate meeting both the departments
   and hospitals goals and objective.
   6 4.
   7. Resource Utilization
   Reports to work on time, prepared to work and follow hospital policies for notice of
   lateness/absenteeism and time off requests.
   7 1. Prioritizes responsibilities appropriately and completes tasks within assigned time frames. Readily
   accepts assignments.
   7 2.
   7 3. Uses and respects resources as if it were their own. Exercises good judgment in supply usage.
   7 4. Takes initiative to use down time productively.

EDUCATION :
High school graduate or equivalent

EXPERIENCE :
Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred. Previous behavioral health experience preferred
SPECIAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately
Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals
Knowledge of basic medical terminology a plus
Basic computer knowledge is a plus
Ability to move or lift patients and equipment

LICENSURE:
Current RI Nursing Assistant License
Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire
CPI training within 1 yr of employment