CNA - Renal/Medical

Company: Providence Health & Services
Location: Spokane
Posted on: September 15, 2020

Job Description:

Providence is calling a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (Renal/Medical, Days, 0.8 FTE) to Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hospital in Spokane, Washington. We are a community of caregivers delivering every day on our Mission to provide compassionate care that is accessible for all - especially those who are poor and vulnerable.In this position you will:* Perform ongoing observation of the patient's condition and report any changes or abnormal findings promptly to the RN.* Monitor pain, provides comfort measures, and report abnormal findings promptly to the RN.* Consider age, developmental level, body size and preexisting conditions when performing basic activity of daily living care to assigned patients.* Maintain a safe patient and staff environment. (i.e. Correct body mechanics or use of adaptive equipment when transferring patients, ensures drainage tubes are secure/intact).* Monitor the patient in restraints for specified criteria and at specified time intervals and documents correctly on the restraint form.* Provide specified nourishment to the correct patient and promptly notifies the RN of any changes or abnormal findings.* Follow manufacturer's instructions when using selected equipment, taking into account the patient's size, preexisting conditions, and age. (i.e. BP cuffs, use of transfer belt).* Use age appropriate communication techniques with patients and visitors.* When in the attendant role, never leave the patient alone, and reorient patient frequently.* Complete assignments delegated by RN within specified time frames.Required qualifications for this position include:* High School diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED)* Certified as a Nursing Assistant with the State of WashingtonAbout the hospital you will serve.Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hospital has a commanding presence in Spokane, Washington and is a beacon of hope and healing for patients throughout the region. We have over 600 beds and are chosen by people from across the state for the da Vinci surgical robotic for heart surgery and parents from all over the Inland Northwest who have children with life-threatening conditions know they'll find the care and comfort they need at Sacred Heart Children's Hospital.

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