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Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Summary
Title:Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
ID:4911
Department Location:N/A
Category:Nursing / Allied Health / Clinical Support
Description

Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a non-profit healthcare organization whose mission is to provide exceptional healthcare to people facing access barriers.  We provide primary care services (medical, dental and behavioral healthcare) through 28 outpatient health centers in El Paso, Teller, Lincoln, Adams, Elbert, and Kit Carson counties.  We deliver care with our strong “Hospitality” culture.  Our organization has over 800 employees and serves 82,000 patients in the Pikes Peak & East Central Plains region.  Peak Vista is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC).

Job Summary (Essential Functions)

Direct support for patient care performs routine and acute clinical functions pertinent to efficient, ambulatory patient care, while following the guidelines set forth by the Colorado Nurse Practice Act. Responsible for performing preliminary patient care, including vital signs to include height and weight, interviewing and documentation of the chief complaint. Schedules appointments, and performs the necessary intake functions for arriving patients, assists in questions, directs telephone calls, and other patient service duties. Works collaboratively with care team to provide support and assistance for efficient ambulatory patient care. Technical oversight for services performed provided by registered nurse (RN), licensed practical nurse (LPN), and/or provider. Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with the Colorado Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of nurse aide training program. Current Certified Nurse Aide license.

Work Experience:  Previous ambulatory care experience preferred.

Cognitive Skills (Language, Math, Reasoning Ability): High language, math, reasoning and critical thinking abilities

Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge required, keyboarding skills

Certificates & Licenses: Certified Nurse Aide license; current CPR (BCLS) certification;
 

Physical Demands

 Long periods of standing, moving, occasional periods of sitting. Hearing within normal range for telephone use. Must be able to get from one clinic site to related locations. Must be able to support/lift 50 pounds. 


*Successful candidates will complete pre-employment screening; which includes, but is not limited to a Criminal Background check. Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a drug and alcohol free workplace an an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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