About this role
The 47 bed Transitional Care Unit at CHoR Brook Road is VCU Health Care Systems pediatric long term care facility. The transitional care unit provides care to children with tracheotomies, G tubes, and ventilators. More than 30 children call our Transitional Care Unit home. While we are their nurses, therapists, dentists and specialists – we are also their teachers, recreation therapists, neighbors and friends.
The Certified Nursing Assistant provides restorative nursing care for residents under the direction of the Nursing and/or Rehab staff to maximize and maintain the physical functioning and emotional wellness of the residents.
The Certified Nursing Assistant acts as an extender to Nurses, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapist and/or Speech Therapists, performing nursing and/or rehab procedures and resident care tasks within scope of competence and in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification
Depending on setting, current CPR or BLS certification within 60 days of employment
Experience REQUIRED:
Previous experience providing activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs and caring for the physical and emotional needs of patients
Previous experience using a personnel computer, keyboard and mouse
Experience PREFERRED:
Previous work experience in a long-term care setting
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or the equivalent.
Education/training PREFERRED: N/A
Independent action(s) required:
Provides direct hands-on treatment under the guidance and supervision of licensed nursing and/or rehab staff and in compliance with hospital policy of unlicensed staff.
Maintains a safe and resident friendly environment of care.
Resident equipment and materials are kept in good repair.
Maintains residents’ personal items and environment to optimize care and safety.
Reports to licensed nurse and/or rehab therapists any changes in condition or concerns regarding residents and seeks assistance as needed.
Participates in department and team projects as directed.
Performs duties within scope of certified nursing assistant role.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Required to work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.
Individual shift rotations and schedules will be determined by supervisor.
Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical - Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
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About VCU Health
We are a strong, passionate team of more than 12,500 who take pride in caring for every person who comes through our doors. We lift each other up so we can provide the very best and safest care to those who need us most. Together. Every day.
With the support of our university, we make up an academic medical center committed to excellence in patient care, innovation and training tomorrow’s health care workforce. We continue to educate, research and evolve – staying on the cutting edge of care.
As a community of innovators, every team member can contribute a spark of ingenuity igniting a force to discover the next cure, hold the next hand, solve the greatest challenges and create the health care of tomorrow.
We foster an atmosphere of respect and welcoming for all communities. We infuse our teams with diverse talent that inspires everyone to contribute openly and freely, maximizing their impact and creating meaningful change for our patients and community.
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EEO Statement:
VCU Health System strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against, or harassment of, team members, applicants, or any other covered persons because of age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex (sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay Transparency Provisions:
VCU Health System complies with the Pay Transparency Provisions.
What you'll do
- The Certified Nursing Assistant provides restorative nursing care for residents under the direction of nursing and rehab staff. They act as an extender to nurses and therapists, performing care tasks to maximize residents' physical functioning and emotional wellness.
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