JOB SUMMARY

The Certified Nursing Assistant is an essential member of the patient care team, responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care. The CNA partners with patients and other care providers to create a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment by providing direct and indirect care. Primary responsibilities will include: assisting with personal hygiene, assisting with ambulation, and assisting at mealtimes. The CNA will promote and maximize independence in line with the function of the assigned unit.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Valid on the State of Maine CNA registry

  EXPERIENCE

• 1 year previous CNA work preferred

  OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellent guest relations and interpersonal skills

• Ability to multitask and work well in high-stress situations

• Flexibility is required to provide coverage 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Will be required to float to multiple units

  Covenant Health System Values

  ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  COMPASSION

  We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

  INTEGRITY

  We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

  COLLABORATION

  We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

  EXCELLENCE

  We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

  It is an expectation that all staff at Covenant Health will comply with and encourage others to adhere to all applicable laws, regulations and standards including but not limited to State licensing, HIPAA, DNV and the standards of conduct that are part of our corporate “Organizational Integrity” program.