Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country. We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient's unique needs, and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery. Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
Up to 16 days of PTO for full time employees
6 paid holidays for full time employees
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
401(k) retirement plan Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Through a history of successful joint-venture partnerships and management agreements, Lifepoint Rehabilitation works with hospitals to more effectively meet the needs of their patients, maintain employee satisfaction and generate long-term quality outcomes for their entire organization. We are fully dedicated to our partners and delivering on the promise made to patients.

Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is a 40 bed facility located in Gilbert, AZ, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

Job Summary

Assist nursing staff with patients' personal care, emotional support, and activities of daily living. More complex duties performed under supervision of licensed nursing personnel.

Qualifications and requirements

Completion of course for nursing assistants
Current state certification as a Nursing Assistant
CPR/BCLS Certification
Minimum six months experience in an acute or long-term facility preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Essential functions

Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age.
Provides morning care which may include bed bath, shower or whirlpool, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table and bedside stand, straightening room and other general care as necessary throughout the day.
Provides evening care which includes hands/face washing as needed, oral hygiene, back rubs, peri-care, freshening linen, cleaning over bed tables, straightening room and other general care as needed.
Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.
Prepares patients for meals; serves and removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients if necessary.
Distributes drinking water and other nourishments to patients.
Answers patient call lights, anticipates patient's needs and makes rounds to assigned patients.
Assists patients with the handling of personal property: dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, prosthetic devices, etc.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Transports patients to and from various departments in the hospital.
Reports and, when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients and unusual incidents.
Assists in the preparation of admissions, transfers and discharge of patients.
Assists licensed nursing staff with treatment procedures.
Demonstrates ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient's response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness.
Integrates the plan of care with Rehabilitation Services treatment plan to attain patient's optimal level of functioning.
Provides general nursing care: positioning patients, lifting and turning patients, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting patients with the bedpan, commode; assists ambulating patients. Uses correct body mechanics.
Checks patient for reddened areas or skin breakdown and reports to licensed nursing staff.
Obtains and records temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, intake and output.
Makes rounds with oncoming shift to ensure the unit is left in good condition.
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to nurse, supervisor, co-workers, physicians and the Rehabilitation Services staff.
Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality.
Practices careful, efficient and non-wasteful use of supplies and linens and follows established charge procedures for patient charge items.
Follows infection control procedures. Keeps the unit clean and organized.
Meets current documentation standards and policies.
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Response to the patient is appropriate in emergency or physically distressful situation.
Performs other duties as assigned within the nurse assistant's scope of practice.

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Certified Nurse Aide CNA

Shift: Full Time, Nights 5pm-5:30am

About the Health System

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
Up to 16 days of PTO for full time employees
6 paid holidays for full time employees
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
401(k) retirement plan Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job Summary

Assist nursing staff with patients' personal care, emotional support, and activities of daily living. More complex duties performed under supervision of licensed nursing personnel.

Qualifications and requirements

Completion of course for nursing assistants
Current state certification as a Nursing Assistant
CPR/BCLS Certification
Minimum six months experience in an acute or long-term facility preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Essential functions

Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age.
Provides morning care which may include bed bath, shower or whirlpool, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table and bedside stand, straightening room and other general care as necessary throughout the day.
Provides evening care which includes hands/face washing as needed, oral hygiene, back rubs, peri-care, freshening linen, cleaning over bed tables, straightening room and other general care as needed.
Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.
Prepares patients for meals; serves and removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients if necessary.
Distributes drinking water and other nourishments to patients.
Answers patient call lights, anticipates patient's needs and makes rounds to assigned patients.
Assists patients with the handling of personal property: dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, prosthetic devices, etc.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Transports patients to and from various departments in the hospital.
Reports and, when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients and unusual incidents.
Assists in the preparation of admissions, transfers and discharge of patients.
Assists licensed nursing staff with treatment procedures.
Demonstrates ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient's response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness.
Integrates the plan of care with Rehabilitation Services treatment plan to attain patient's optimal level of functioning.
Provides general nursing care: positioning patients, lifting and turning patients, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting patients with the bedpan, commode; assists ambulating patients. Uses correct body mechanics.
Checks patient for reddened areas or skin breakdown and reports to licensed nursing staff.
Obtains and records temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, intake and output.
Makes rounds with oncoming shift to ensure the unit is left in good condition.
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to nurse, supervisor, co-workers, physicians and the Rehabilitation Services staff.
Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality.
Practices careful, efficient and non-wasteful use of supplies and linens and follows established charge procedures for patient charge items.
Follows infection control procedures. Keeps the unit clean and organized.
Meets current documentation standards and policies.
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Response to the patient is appropriate in emergency or physically distressful situation.
Performs other duties as assigned within the nurse assistant's scope of practice.