Certified Nursing Assistant - Day Shift
Company: Sovah Health - Danville
Location: Danville
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Sign on Bonus: $5,000 -Who We Are:People are our passion and
purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are not
just what you can do. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital
with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified
Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site
for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners,
pharmacists, and physician assistants. -Where We Are:From our
beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville
offers big city amenities with quaint, small-town charm. We are
home to a thriving arts and entertainment scene, numerous local
restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast
recreational opportunities. -Why Choose Us: - Health (Medical,
Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees -
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for
full-time employees - Employee Assistance Program - mental,
physical, and financial wellness assistance - Tuition
Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants - Professional
development, Growth opportunities, and Mentor-based training - And
much more--- -Position Summary:Sovah Health in Danville, VA. is
seeking a Full-Time Certified Nursing Assistant to join our Day
Shift Team (7a - 7p & EOW). The CNA: - - - - - - - Under the
supervision of an RN, perform basic patient care activities. - - -
- - - - - Monitors vital signs, blood glucose measurements, and
recording intake and output. - - - - - - - Assists patients with
tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including
but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating and ambulation. - - -
- - - - Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental
and emotional conditions to nursing staff. - - - - - - - Assists
with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and
orderly. - - - - - - - Assists patients in the use of toilet
facilities, including bedpans. - - - - - - - Assists patients with
ambulation, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when
applicable. - - - - - - - Assists patients with feeding, when
needed. - - - - - - - Assists patient with fluid intake, as
directed, measures and records fluid intake and output. - - - - - -
- Repositions patient, as appropriate. - - - - - - - Checks
diapers/under pads with each position change and ensures patient
cleanliness; provides linen change as needed. - - - - - - -
Utilizes proper patient identification system, i.e., two patient
identifiers.Minimum Qualifications:Minimum EducationHigh School
Diploma or equivalent required -CertificationsAmerican Heart
Association HeartSaver CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
required.LicenseRegistration on the Virginia Board of Nursing Aide
Registry required. - - -May have CNA license in another state but
must obtain a CNA Certification by the Virginia Board of Nursing
within 30 days of hire.Required SkillsRequires critical thinking
skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal
supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and
take appropriate action.Requires flexibility in scheduling and
ability to work all shift patterns including week-ends and holidays
to ensure continuity of care and appropriateness of nursing
coverage to the patients of Sovah Health Danville on all
units.Minimum Work ExperienceOne (1) year as a CNA, Respiratory
Care Assistant, Rehab Tech, Certified Medical Assistant, EKG Tech,
EMT, Phlebotomist, or equivalent clinical experience preferred.
-EEOC Statement:SOVAH Health - Danville is committed to providing
Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and
complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination
against any employee or applicant for employment because of color,
race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic
information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status
or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local
law.Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are
looking for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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