Job Title: Certified Nurse Aide
Department: Nursing
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of nursing staff and physicians, the Certified Nurse Aide assists with collecting patient medical information, preparing records, providing direct patient care as directed, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Job Qualifications:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Skills:
- Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Licensure/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in the State of Texas
- Current CPR certification
Experience:
- One year of experience in a medical setting preferred
- Completion of a Nursing Assistant course
Physical & Mental Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Capable of bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Must be able to assist or support patients who may become weak or immobile
Job Responsibilities
I. Quality of Work
- Report important patient observations to licensed staff
- Maintain patient dignity and avoid unnecessary exposure
- Provide age-appropriate care using knowledge of growth and development
- Monitor and interpret patient vital signs accurately
- Follow HIPAA and confidentiality policies
- Stay current with infection control standards and practices
II. Quantity of Work
- Collect lab samples and complete documentation for diagnostic testing
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of patient rooms
- Assist nursing staff with patient care and admissions
- Complete required documentation and support administrative tasks
- Transport patients as needed
- Document vital signs, chief complaints, medications, and medical history
- Prioritize work tasks appropriately
- Keep accurate records and report concerns to the nurse or physician
- Attend required staff meetings
- Maintain reliable attendance
III. Safety
- Participate in required safety training and education
- Comply with Safety Committee directives
- Follow all hospital safety policies
- Report unsafe conditions immediately
IV. Financial Responsibility
- Submit paperwork for paid personal leave (PPL) as required
- Use supplies and hospital resources responsibly
V. Guest Relations
- Participate in community and hospital outreach activities
- Demonstrate a customer-focused, positive attitude
- Introduce self and explain role to patients
- Maintain professionalism in front of patients and visitors
- Support team and department activities
- Communicate respectfully with staff, medical teams, and leadership
- Offer suggestions to improve department or job function
- Identify opportunities to enhance patient experience and service delivery
VI. Specific Objectives
- Set and achieve individual performance goals