CNA - 3SAC/IMC
Holy Cross

Job Info

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Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

• General Summary:
  The Certified Nursing Assistant may be assigned to function in either a nursing assistant or health unit coordinator role. When functioning in a nursing assistant, the CNA works under delegated authority of registered nurse, to perform nursing function within scope of practice, and assists nurse in collecting data for nursing assessment under supervision of a nurse.
  Minimum Licensure & Certification Required (if applicable):
  1. Certification as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) from Maryland Board of Nursing.
  2. BLS Healthcare Provider certification from American Heart Association.
  
  Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
  1. High school diploma or equivalent.
  2. Current knowledge of nursing skills within scope of practice.
  3. Computer and audiovisual skills, using various applications and technologies, such as internet, e-mail, word processing, wireless phone, and pager.
  4. Ability to obtain and retrieve data.
  5. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  6. Effective eye and hand coordination.
  7. Effective problem-solving skills.
  8. Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize.
  9. Ability to work well with individuals and groups.

Additional Information

The CNA is expected to:
- provide quality nursing care to patients
- implement specific procedures and programs
- coordinate work within department, as well as with other departments
- report pertinent information to immediate supervisor
- respond to inquiries or requests for information
- assists immediate supervisor with tasks, to support department operations.
- support the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Health

CNA requirements:

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift patients/patient care equipment up to 35 pounds. Must be able to push, pull, and move patients and patient care equipment. Must be able to bend body downward at the waist and be able to kneel. Must be able to utilize a computer for periods of time throughout the shift.

Visual Acuity: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly at distances close to the eyes; discern and distinguish colors.

Auditory Acuity: Must have sufficient acuity to identify auditory alarms in noisy environments.

Environmental Conditions: The worker is subject to hazards associated with a hospital environment.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties - Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.

We were named one of America's 100 Best Hospitals for 2021.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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