LOWER ELWHA KLALLAM TRIBE
JOB DESCRIPTION
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Overview: This position is responsible for assisting and augmenting the Primary and Secondary Nursing Positions with all basic clinic nursing procedures and tasks.
WORK LOCATION: Lower Elwha Tribal Health Clinic
SUPERVISED BY: Registered Nurse POSITION STATUS: Full-Time
SALARY LEVEL: DOQ
WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, with ability to flex schedule to coordinate with other staff and clinic demands.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB:
Under the supervision of the Medical Director, will work in coordination with the nursing team and report directly to the Nurse Supervisor
Maintain work operations by following policies and procedures and adhering to professional standards, federal state, local and AAAHC.
Assists the Medical Provider team with any tasks needed and appropriate for training and experience
Performance of initial check-in procedures of patients including recording of accurate vital signs and other pertinent information
Preparation, stocking and maintenance of exam/clinical areas
Filing and maintenance of medical records in coordination with other staff
Set up clean exam rooms for pap smears and minor surgical procedures
Perform cleaning and sterilization of medical equipment
Document accurately all care or advice provided
Participate in Quality Improvement activities as directed by Medical Director/ Nurse supervisor
Support clinic as necessary to achieve Scope of Work goals as developed by Medical Director
Perform basic life support & first aid
Perform all clinical activities within CLIA/OSHA standards and clinic policy/protocol
Assume other duties as assigned by PRIMARY NURSING POSITION or Medical Director
Perform Quality Control Glucometers
Work on outdated supplies in medical dispensary
Fax paperwork to other agencies
Provides patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials
Other duties as assigned
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Washington State certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant
Basic computer skills
HIV/AIDS Training
OSHA/CLIA knowledge/training
BLS/CPR certification
Basic knowledge of medical office procedures, billing and terminology
Ability to perform ALL of the responsibilities listed in section above
Ability to work as team member with other office personnel
Ability to maintain and respect strict confidentiality
Ability to maintain friendly and courteous manner in all patient and staff encounters
Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written communication
Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing
Ability to operate computers, fax machines, telephones and photocopy machines, scanners
Ability to be versatile and assume varied roles depending on needs of the moment
Appropriate professional appearance and behavior at all times
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working within a Native American or Tribal health care system
Working knowledge of current sensitivity issues involved in tribal health care
Knowledge of EHR, NexGen, preferably.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Requires standing with occasional sitting, stooping and bending
May require lifting up to 50 lbs.
Use of basic office equipment such as computers, telephones, fax machines, or photocopiers
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in primary care outpatient clinic environment
Interpersonal contact with staff and patients is essential
Hours are full-time and may flex at supervisory discretion
As with all positions of the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, this position is Indian Preference in hiring, in accordance with P.L. 93-638
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