CNA Pre/Post Outpatient Surgery

Performs receptionist, certified nursing assistant (CNA), and supply management duties in the specified hospital unit. Provides coverage to other hospital units as needed.

Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday and Friday
7:00 AM-7:30 PM
No weekends/holidays

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Performs receptionist duties including directing visitors and patients' family members; answering incoming phone calls and questions from visitors; directs physicians and other hospital personnel with locating patients or providers; utilizes strong customer services skills.

Performs administrative duties as directed:

• Responsible for scanning the patient chart as directed by Health Information Management.

• Approves open and closed electronic medical record documents.

• Assists in coordination of ancillary departments for patient care.

• Assists with incoming and outgoing mail.

• Responsible/coordinates for maintenance and repairs of Nurse's Station equipment (i.e. copier, fax, etc).

• Orders office supplies under direction of the Director.

• Responsible for ordering galley supplies, maintaining orderliness, and recording daily temperature for refrigerator/freezer. Maintains a working relationship with BTNRH Dietary Specialist.

• In collaboration with nursing staff, assists with chart preparation. Assures patient rooms are setup for admissions the following day.

• Ensures supply carts and procedure cart in patient rooms are stocked. Will contact Director(s), Laboratory, and/or operating room to request additional supplies, as necessary.

• Contacts physician office to obtain any required document for the patient.

• Performs point of care testing.

• Performs EKG's as indicated.

• Maintains charge capture especially for billable supplies.

• Utilizes CNA skills to assist RN's in rooming patients. Assists with obtaining vital signs and reviewing the Patient Handbook with the parents.

• Helps coordinate patient transfers, including preparing transport carts.

• Assists nursing staff as needed in performing routine patient care (feeding, bathing, ambulation, and making beds).

• Organizes nursing station as needed.

• Follows hospital policy and procedures and assists in unit responsibilities for readiness for Joint Commission visits.

• Maintains downtime forms.

• Works collaboratively with the Patient Access Department to register patients admitted to the unit or transferring from the unit, and/or assisting with patient discharge follow-up clinic appointments, as needed.

• Maintains admission/discharge logbook and census documentation where indicated.

• Assists with special projects as assigned.

• Provides patient care and education according to the patient population served.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with PHI and other sensitive information.

• Ability to communicate effectively with members of the healthcare team.

• Embodies the patient-centered, family friendly work environment culture at BTNRH.

• Ability to apply strong organizational skills.

• Ability to effectively use a computer, office equipment (copier, scanner) and other equipment required to complete daily tasks.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in high-stress, high volume environments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 16 years of age required.

• CNA certification required.

• BLS certification required.

• Experience utilizing multiple computer systems (e.g. Microsoft, Electronic Health Record) required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Minimum of one year of CNA experience preferred.

• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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