Job Information
Covenant Health CNA FLOAT POOL SMRMC in Lewiston, Maine
Purpose of Position or Position Summary:
Partners with residents/patients and other care providers to create a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment by providing direct and indirect care. The Float Pool CNA will float to units within acute care and behavioral care, including the emergency department and day surgery as needed.
Position Specific Essential Duties / Responsibilities
Pct%
100
60
Provides Direct Patient Care:
Promotes and maximizes independence in line with the function of the assigned unit
Uses adaptive equipment as indicated for personal hygiene, mealtime, mobility
Assists with personal hygiene includes bathing, dressing, oral care, hair care, shaving, manicure/pedicure
Assists with ambulation, mobility, and positioning transfers to and from bed/chair/toileting. Includes use of mechanical lifts and proper body mechanics
Assists at mealtimes, prepares the patient; serves food trays, snacks, fresh water. Feeds, supervises, or cues patient as indicated.
Assists with toileting. May involve bathroom, commode or providing incontinent care
15
Provides Indirect Patient Care
Promotes and maximizes independence
Actively participates in established plan of care
Provides care to patients requiring various types of equipment
Provides transport as indicated
Maintains a clean and safe environment; follows principles of infection control
Responds promptly to call lights and pagers
Changes linens
May participate in team conferences, providing information on aspects of care.
Position Minimum Requirements
Knowledge, Experience and other Job Requirements
Education/License
High school or GED, License / Certification
Experience
0-1 yr
Comments: Graduate of Maine State Board approved CNA course; Registered with Maine CNA Registry
Skills
BCLS, Computer, Customer Relations, follow verbal instructions, Interpersonal, Medical Terminology, Organizational, Read/comprehend written instructions, Telephone, Verbal
Comments: MUST Complete CPI training within 60 days of hire