UNIT SECRETARY/CNA

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Job description

• Job Summary
  
  • A CNA, MA or LPN is responsible with assisting in providing care for multiple types of patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Job Specifications
  
  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must be a CNA, MA, or LPN. Required to have a current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire date. Required to have a current CPI certification or ability to obtain within 180 days of hire date.
  • JOB KNOWLEDGE: Is knowledgeable regarding policies and procedures, PPE's, universal precautions, duties during a disaster, and product safety information, all on-line/computer based learning. The patient population must be considered when assessing job knowledge required by the employee.
  • ABILITIES, INTERESTS AND TEMPERAMENTS:
    
    • Verbal ability is needed to interpret and understand instructions and to communicate with other caregivers.
    • Numerical ability is needed to correctly tally patient's I & O.
    • Visual acuity is needed to assist and monitor patients.
    • Ability to read and write is needed for documentation on patient records.
    • Ability to adapt and follow directions in a composed manner during emergency situations.
    • Empathy and consideration is needed to deal with patients and their family members.

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