Certified Nursing Assistant
Company: VensureHR
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: October 18, 2024
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Job Description:
In support of the Veteran Affairs Greater Los Angeles Health
Care System, the Nursing Assistant will perform a variety of
nursing assistant duties at the various VA facilities in the
greater Los Angeles area. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties of the position include but are not limited to: Serves as a
member of the nursing staff and carries out routing nursing care
and other personal services to assigned patients on any ward or
tour assigned Performs a range of personal nursing care which
includes activities of daily living, such as feeding, bathing,
lifting, and turning patients, providing oral, nail hair related
hygiene care, and performing preventive, rehabilitative, and
therapeutic care/procedures within the scope of a CNA. Records in
appropriate clinical records all care provided. Observes
significant conditions, both physical and emotional, relevant to
the health status of the patient. Providing timely and accurate
reports to designated clinical care team members and recording all
relevant information in the clinical record. Gives special
attention to details of care since patients are often too ill or
confused to speak for themselves. Performs a range of diagnostic
support duties, which includes taking vital signs, neurological
checks, collecting specimens, and preparing patients for tests,
examinations, treatments, and/or surgery according to established
procedures. Performs a range of treatment procedures that include
changing dressings, giving enemas, colostomy care, tracheotomy
care, and caring for patients in isolation, and/or continuous
observation status. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment,
provides for safety needs of patients. Recognizes emergency
situations (cardiopulmonary arrest, checking, seizures,
dysreflexia, etc.). Takes appropriate action and reports situation
in a timely manner. Accompanies patients on diagnostic or
therapeutic trips assuming responsibility for basic decisions
within the scope of a CNA while away from nursing units. Initiates
emergency measures to control disruptive or violent behavior.
Assists in the delivery of patient care as directed by the RN or
LVN. Respects patient's rights including but not limited to visual
and auditory privacy Consistently demonstrations helpful,
courteous, and respectful conduct at all times. Minimum
Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion
of an approved CNA program through the state of California or
equivalency required Current certification as a CNA by the State
Department of Consumer Affairs Minimum 1 years' experience with
acute or long-term care Must possess current certification in Basic
Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified by the American Heart
Association Demonstrate a dedication to customer service and an
ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health
care colleagues Constant standing, walking, lifting, and bending is
required. Duties require providing manual assistance in lifting and
positioning patients. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. and carry
up to 10 ft. Understand, speak, read and write English fluently
Must possess ability to recognize and react to emergency
patient/resident care situations and intervene while waiting for
assistance. Must be able to work any shift Monday-Sunday: Must be
able to work in the US without sponsorship Employment Type: Full
Time
Keywords: VensureHR, South Gate , Certified Nursing Assistant, Healthcare , Los Angeles, California
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