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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) OR Medical Screener (EMT)About the Job: Kootenai Health is currently hiring a PRN (as needed) night shift CNA OR Medical Screener with our Northern Idaho Crisis Center team. CNA position summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.Responsibilities:Works with the patient's physical, motor/sensory adaptation, cognitive, and psychological needs specific to the population being served and meets standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standards. When possible, the family or those significant to the family are considered as part of the care.Supports the department by answering call lights for all patients and notifies staff responsible if unable to meet patient needAssists patients with activities of daily livingFollows the delegation process when receiving requests from a team memReads charts, dials, equipment settings, literature, and other printed and handwritten materialsCommunicates with patients, physicians, families, and co-workers in person and/or on telephoneCollects non-invasive body fluid specimens and/or gathers vital signsAids physicians and nursing staff members with proceduresUtilizes the electronic medical record to document patient carePerforms other related duties as assignedFamiliar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the fieldRegular and predictable attendance is an essential job functionCompetent to meet age specific needs of the unit assignedRequirements and Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED preferredState of Idaho Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) requiredBLS requiredMedical Screener position summary:Position conducts medical screening for all clients admitted to the Northern Idaho Crisis Center, assists with medical oversight for patients scheduled for medications, responds to medical emergencies that occur at the center and facilitates medical transfers. Responsibilities: Performs medical screening, including vital signs, for all admitted clientsGathers and documents patient informationStores client medications and offers at scheduled timesPerforms blood glucose monitoring by fingerstick if indicatedPerforms breathalyzer test for clients who appear intoxicatedAdministers Narcan per policyContinually monitors patient medical status during admissionProvides basic first aid as requiredResponds to any medical emergency that occurs at the center and calls for appropriate assistanceRelies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goalsRegular and predictable attendance is an essential job functionPerforms other related duties as assignedCompetent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GED preferredCompletion of Emergency Medical Technician program requiredCurrent Emergency Medical Technician certification from an approved institution requiredMinimum 2 years' experience in a healthcare setting or in the field as an EMT preferredKnowledge of spelling and medical terminology preferredBLS required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General OrientationMOAB certification during General OrientationWorking Conditions•Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position•Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs•Typical equipment used in a clinical role job•Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend•Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment•Must be able to assist in patient transferAbout Kootenai Health:Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for itKootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentialsAn award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and moreRobust and interactive employee referral programAnd much moreIf you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you! Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-###-#### or email ...@kh.org with any questions. Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.#KHHP25