PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Cedar County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) has an immediate opening for a PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). This position provides direct patient care and support services throughout multiple clinical and acute care departments, including outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and the Emergency Department, based on patient care and staffing needs. The successful candidate must be flexible, adaptable, and committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

General Summary of Duties:

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse, nursing staff, physicians, and hospitalists, the CNA performs a variety of patient care duties within the scope of certification and training. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, monitoring patient conditions, collecting specimens, documenting care, and supporting clinical operations across assigned departments.

Include but are not limited to:

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff and providers.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting, ambulation, and repositioning.
• Obtain and document vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, height, and weight as directed.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition, including skin integrity, activity level, behavior, intake and output, and vital signs.
• Collect and transport specimens according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and patient transport as needed.
• Provide one-on-one patient observation after completion of required competencies.
• Float between outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and the Emergency Department as assigned to support patient care and departmental staffing needs.
• Assist nursing staff during emergency situations and respond appropriately under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Maintain patient rooms, care areas, and equipment in clean, organized, and safe conditions.
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and safe patient handling techniques.
• Utilize hospital equipment safely, correctly, and effectively.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect all patient health information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Recognize and report concerns related to child abuse, elder abuse, domestic violence, or patient abuse according to hospital policy.
• Participate in staff meetings, educational opportunities, competency validations, and required in-service training.
• Demonstrate effective time management and prioritize patient care activities based on patient needs.
• Work collaboratively with all departments to ensure continuity of patient care.
• Perform other duties assigned within the scope of certification and training.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Current Missouri Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or ability to obtain within established timeframes.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete hospital orientation, competency validation, and department-specific training.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Ability to work independently while recognizing when guidance or assistance is needed.
• Flexibility to float between departments and adapt to changing patient care needs.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and excellent customer service.

Physical Requirements:

• Continual walking and standing throughout assigned shifts.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, turning, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and assist with moving patients weighing up to 300 pounds using proper equipment and techniques.
• Visual, hearing, speaking, and manual dexterity abilities sufficient to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.

Environmental Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily indoors in a healthcare environment with varying patient care demands.
• Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and other healthcare-related hazards.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and effectively manage interactions with anxious, distressed, or challenging patients and visitors.

Customer Service Expectations:

• Provide responsive, ethical, compassionate, and patient-centered care.
• Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.
• Coordinate patient care activities accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Promote a positive image of CCMH through courteous, respectful, and service-oriented behavior.

Schedule:

• PRN position.
• Hours and shifts vary based on patient care and departmental staffing needs.
• Weekends, holidays, evenings, and overnight coverage may be required.
• Must be willing to float between clinical and acute care departments as assigned.

The duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive. CCMH reserves the right to modify this job description at any time to meet organizational needs.

Employment with Cedar County Memorial Hospital is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening, as applicable to the position. Background checks may include verification of employment, education, professional credentials, criminal history, and other job-related information. Drug screening will be conducted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and hospital policies.

Cedar County Memorial Hospital reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment based on information obtained through these screening processes, consistent with applicable law. Candidates will be provided any required notices and opportunities to respond to information obtained during the screening process.