About this role
This is a multi-skilled position requiring patient care and clerical duties.
Under the direction and supervision of a licensed professional nurse (nurse), the Certified Nursing Aide - Unit Support Associate provides care appropriate to the patient population served and daily routine patient care needs. The CNA-USA performs their duties based on the unit care delivery model. This role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to deliver care as outlined by the nurse. In addition, the CNA-USA performs a variety of duties and may serve as a health unit coordinator, monitor tech, perform secretarial or clerical duties for unit leadership, or serve in another specialized capacity as unit needs dictate.
The CNA-USA adheres to a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment.
The CNA's practice reflects the laws and regulations for a Certified Nurse Aide as outlined by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Qualifications & Skills:
REQUIRED:
Required Education: Successful completion of a state approved Nurse Aide education program
Required Certifications and Licensures: Must be certified as a Nurse Aide by the Department of Health Professions of Virginia; Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card
PREFERRED:
Preferred Education: High School Diploma / GED
Addendums:
Certified Nursing Aide – Resource Team / Centra Internal Travel Team
REQUIRED: At least 1 year of recent acute care experience
Certified Nursing Aide - Stroobants
Under the direct supervision of the RN, the Stroobants Cardiology Certified Nursing Assistant performs patient care activities and other task as assigned to assist with primary care in the clinic. The position will also assist in the cardiac monitoring department, including monitor placement and patient education of the equipment.
REQUIRED: One (1) year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant; Valid Virginia Driver’s License
PREFERRED: Clinical background within a Cardiology setting
Certified Nursing Aide – Home Health
The Home Health Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) functions under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapist and Occupational Therapist. A home health aide provides services that are ordered by the physician or allowed practitioner; included in the plan of care; permitted to be performed under state law; and consistent with the home health aide training.
The duties of a home health aide include: The provision of hands-on personal care; the performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services; assistance in ambulation or exercises; and assistance in administering medications ordinarily self-administered.
Home health aides must be members of the interdisciplinary team, must report changes in the patient's condition to a registered nurse or other appropriate skilled professional, and must complete appropriate records in compliance with the HHA's policies and procedures.
A home health aide must receive at least 12 hours of in-service training during each 12-month period. In-service training may occur while an aide is furnishing care to a patient. In-service training may be offered by any organization and must be supervised by a registered nurse.
REQUIRED: At least one (1) year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant; Valid Virginia Driver’s License
PREFERRED: Experience in Home Health
Travel is expected to be at 100%.
Certified Nursing Aide - Hospice
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, Speech Therapist, and Occupational Therapist.
REQUIRED: At least one (1) year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant
PREFERRED: Experience in Hospice or Homecare
Travel is expected to be at 100%.
Salary Range: $18.23 - $26.42 / Hour