Unit 47 -Certified Nursing Assistant - FT Nights (7p-730a)

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
6701 North Charles Street (Show on map)
Oct 26, 2024
Under direct supervision assists the professional nurse in providing direct and indirect patient care. Education: HS Diploma or equivalent Licensure: * Heart Saver (CPR Certification) * CNA * Current registration with State of Maryland Board of Nursing Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant Experience: At least 6 months experience in direct patient care preferred Skills: * Ability to read and write English in order to provide basic patient care, to understand and communicate detailed instructions relating to basic patient care, and perform simple calculations in order to take and record weights, vital signs, and routine information in patient charts * Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients, visitors, physicians, and other staff in a courteous manner. * Competent to safety handle medications Patient & Workplace Safety: Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties. Patient Population: Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: * Provides for care, comfort, and safety of assigned patients under direct supervision of nurse * Uses proper infection prevention techniques * Performs and records delegated nursing care procedures * Observes patients and reports reactions or changes in condition to appropriate nursing personnel * Utilizes resources conscientiously * Assists patients with basic activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, oral hygiene, etc.), including changing linens * Assists in patient mobility and turning, as needed * Transfer/transport medications from one area to another as needed * Distributes patient trays and nourishments, fills water pitchers, assists patients with feeding if necessary, and collects trays at end of meal as needed * Promptly responds to patients' call lights to determine patients' needs in a timely manner and responds to routine requests and relays information to nursing personnel as needed All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy. Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities. Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations. Actively pursues learning and self-development. Pays attention to detail; follows through. Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others. Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them. Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties. Reports to work regularly and on time. Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team. Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way. Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions. Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others. Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment. Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers. Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. Embraces change and improvement in the work environment. Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services. Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles. Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently. Pay Range $15.00 - $22.00 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. COVID-19 Vaccination All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.