Job Description

Description

SHIFT: Mixed (rotating weekends)
SCHEDULE: Full-time

Certified Nursing Assistant

Various Departments

Full Time Various Shifts Available 0.9 FTE

Westside Regional Medical Center

Plantation, FL

Facility Descriptions:

The East Florida Division encompasses 14 different hospitals with various bed sizes from Miami to the Treasure Coast. We are a member of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, Hospital Corporation of America (HCA). Historically HCA has been named one of Ethispheres Worlds Most Ethical Companies. Join our tradition of excellence!

We're always on the move. You will find it is an exciting time at Westside Regional Medical Center, a 250-bed medical center and healthcare complex. Westside Regional offers the community the latest in minimally invasive spine and colorectal surgery and is one of only nine Joint Commission certified centers in the United States for minimally invasive colorectal surgery. Not only are we certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Agency for Health Care Administration (ACHA), but also certified as a Thrombectomy Capable Center by the Joint Commission. We are teaching and research facility, offering Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs in podiatry, surgery and internal medicine. Since our founding in 1974 we have been committed to expanding and improving every facet of the organization, devoting significant time and resources to enhancing the facility, staff and medical care.

At Westside, we care like family! We invite you to explore opportunities with a family-oriented team of more than 1,200 professionals, along with almost 750 physicians that thrive in a fast-paced but friendly work environment. At Westside Regional Medical Center, our medical services combined with compassionate care, illustrate why we are one of the leading healthcare facilities in South Florida.

What is StarTech?

StarTech refers to the Star Technician Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program.

The StarTech program is a unique educational opportunity designed to meet the crucial needs for newly licensed Certified Nursing Assistants.

The paid 6-week program combines classroom interactive lectures, skills training, electronic health record training, and hands-on clinical training done at the hiring facility.

This full time opportunity is broken down into one week of classroom training followed by five weeks of hands on training where successful graduates will be offered a full time position.

A few things to know before you apply:

You must hold a Certified Nursing Assistant certification from the State of Florida in addition to a Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association

No experience is necessary - it is actually preferred!

A strict schedule of learning is required for the first 6 weeks and you must be able to comply to be accepted- no exceptions

Some travel may be required

Benefits:

We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including competitive salary, excellent benefit package and growth opportunities. We believe in our team and your ability to do excellent work with us. Your benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, flex spending, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, employee discount program, and employee stock purchase program.

Job Description:

The Certified Nursing Assistant assists the professional nursing staff by performing patient care activities, clerical functions and ensuring patient satisfaction under the supervision of the RN in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of each facility.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Assists patients with the activities of daily living (ADLs) - which include but are not limited to bathing, eating, dressing, transferring, ambulating, toileting, etc.

* Completes patient vital signs, input/output, blood glucose checks, daily weight and other tasks as assigned and notifies nurse with significant changes.

* Answers patient call lights promptly and reports patient needs to assigned nursing personnel for follow up.

* Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to volume, census, and acuity.

* Follows through with assignments and informs supervisor if unable to complete tasks.

* Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for completion of assignments and delivery of safe effective and appropriate care in a timely and accurate manner.

* Explains all treatment and care to the patient and/or family members.

Qualifications

* Graduate of a program for Certified Nursing Assistant is preferred

* Active Certified Nursing Assistant certification from the State of Florida

* Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association

* No previous C.N.A. experience preferred

* Ability to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays

* Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus

* Ability to lift, push, pull 50 pounds

* Customer service experience preferred

* Excellent work ethic, professional appearance, and a kind compassionate demeanor is needed

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