CNA - Sub-Acute

Company: Dignity Health
Location: Camarillo
Posted on: June 6, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

St. John's Pleasant Valley Hospital, located in Camarillo, California, is a recipient of the Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence and rated America's 100 Best Hospitals for stroke and pulmonary care by Healthgrades. St. John's Pleasant Valley is a part of Dignity Health's Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. Learn more at www.dignityhealth.org/Pleasant.

Responsibilities

In keeping with the Dignity Health core values, supports and promotes the provision of quality patient care. Actively participating member is systems, functions and activities of the unit/department. The CNA provides care for and activities of daily living, comfort and safety.

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Six (6) months recent hospital or long term care facility experience as CNA
• High school education
• Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant program
• Nurse Assistant Certification (CT NA)
• CPR certification (CT CPRBLS)

Special Skills:

• Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and accurately.
• Ability to utilize and learn new computer programs for documentation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Operate IVAC thermometer, vital sign check machine, blood pressure cuff.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic procedures
• Ability to educate family members regarding appropriate activities listed below, as indicated by ability of resident and willingness of family
• Ability to perform care functions that may include, but not necessarily be limited to:
• Ambulation
• Eating assistance
• ADLs
• ROM (AROM & PROM)
• Bowel and Bladder Training
• Splint/Brace/Prosthesis placement/care

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