Certified Nursing Assistant (2303) - San Francisco Department Of Public Health

Job Description
This recruitment is for multiple positions at all DPH facilities, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General and Laguna Honda.
Under direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs a variety of routine duties involving care of medically or mentally ill acute or sub-acute patients;
performs direct patientcare;
observes and reports changes in the behavior and physical status of patients;
provides a clean and safe environment;
and performs related duties.
The essential functions include, but are not limited to:
Under direct supervision, and as part of the treatment team, provides routine patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards.
Establishes and maintains a therapeutic and/or medical relationship with patients.
As appropriate, reviews patient's admission documentation and notes pertinent facts regarding diagnoses and treatment history. Documents care according to department standards.
Maintains constant and continuous communication with medical providers and staff.
As directed by licensed staff;
reviews and implements treatment plans, and provides one-to-one care when essential to treatment plans.
Observes, records and reports patient medical, social and psychiatric behavior and physical conditions.
Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning by reporting observations and concerns and by asking questions.
Attends and participates in patient groups, case conferences, staff meetings and in-service training programs.
As assigned, completes procedures and specimen collection including phlebotomy.
Adheres to health, safety, and infection control policy and resource utilization.
Manages work time effectively, efficiently and productively. AND
Performs other related duties as assigned.