Certified Nursing Assistant - NICU
Holy Cross

Job Info

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Employment Type:Full timeShift:Rotating Shift

Description:
Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant - NICU

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Rotating

Position Highlights:

• Competitive salary
• Benefits - Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO, Free Parking, Metro Access, Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b)
• Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
• Advancement: Career growth opportunities
• Location: Holy Cross Health has two hospitals and four healthcare centers all a short driving distance from Washington DC and Baltimore, MD

Description:

• Full-Time 7am - 7pm, 7pm - 7am
• Reporting to the Director of NICU
• The 46-bed unit is a Level III NICU and offers a very high degree of complex, quality care and access to a wide range of pediatric specialists for critically ill newborn. The Certified Nursing Assistant will work closely to support the NICU Nursing Staff.

Responsibilities:

• When functioning in the Nursing Assistant role, the CNA works under the delegated authority of a registered nurse to perform a nursing function within their scope of practice and assist the nurse in collecting data for a nursing assessment under the supervision of a nurse.
• The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be assigned to function in either the Health Unit Coordinator (providing administrative support to NICU)
• Obtain, record/report vital signs in EPIC (EMR)
• Monitor/record I&O, assist with oral feedings, diaper changes/diaper care, checking infant weights
• Set up of admission beds, Linen changes
• Assist with weaning to crib
• Restocking of bedside carts to meet needs of infant
• General cleaning/maintenance of unit-environment of care rounds
• Cleaning of bedspaces after discharge/transfer
• Cleaning of radiant warmers/cribs/IV pumps/phototherapy lights etc.
• Removing expired breast milk/ensuring fridges are clean, provide breast milk labels/supplies for mothers
• Assists with off unit transports and escorts to discharge area

What you will need:

• Certification as a nursing assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing
• High school diploma or GED
• AHA BLS certification
• Current knowledge of nursing skills within their scope of practice.
• Computer and audiovisual skills using various applications and technologies: Internet, email, word processing, wireless phone, pager.
• Ability to obtain and retrieve data.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize, ability to work well with individuals and groups.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties - Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.

We were named one of America's 100 best hospitals for 2022

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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