Job detail

Clinical Assistant/CNA

Stamford Health

#Health Services #CNA #BLS #Compassionate Care #Patient Care #Communication #Healthcare #Patient Safety #Ambulation #Mobility

Quick overview

The Clinical Assistant will communicate with patients to prevent unsafe behaviors and enhance care. They will also assist patients with mobility and ensure safe and effective service delivery.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and one of several specified qualifications related to nursing. Additionally, a BLS certification is required.

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Job description

Stamford Hospital is seeking a Clinical Assistant- CNA to join our team!

The CNA will serve as a first line of action by communicating with patients via two-way audio to prevent unsafe behaviors and conditions. This position creates a relationship with the patient to enhance care and communication, and to streamline that care process wherever possible. Utilizes the appropriate resources to plan and provide services that are safe, effective and financially responsible.

Mobility is necessary to provide patient care. Physical effort is required to assist patients with transfer and ambulation, which may involve lifting, pushing and pulling patients. Hearing within normal range is necessary in order to properly conduct assessments. Must be able to endure prolonged periods of standing and walking.

Available Hours

Full-time (three 12-hour shifts/week, rotating weekends) or Part-time (two 12-hour shifts/week, rotating weekends)

Available Shifts

Day (7am - 7:30pm) and
Night (7pm - 7:30am)

Requirements

1) High school diploma, GED or equivalent.

2) Must have one of the following

Active CT CNA License
Enrolled in an accredited nursing program (having completed core nursing curriculum for ADLs' as part of clinical rotations)
A graduate of a foreign nursing program
A graduate of an accredited nursing program, having failed board licensure (2 chances)

3) BLS, Heart Saver or equivalent required

*We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve.

About Stamford Health

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent healthcare system with more than 3,500 employees committed to compassionately caring for the community and offering a wide-range of high-quality health and wellness services.
Patients and their families can rely on comprehensive person-centered care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 30 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.
Stamford Health is also a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted healthcare partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships.
For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org [http://www.stamfordhealth.org/].
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PERKS

As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent in order to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
403b that includes employer contribution and match
Wellness programs
Paid Time Off accruals
Employee recognition programs
Tuition reimbursement
Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
Discounts to restaurants, theatre, spas, hotels, attractions, and gyms
On-site concierge service and more!

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