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Patient Care Associate (CNA) / Unit Coordinator Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303 $19.00 - $26.38 an hour - Full-Time Days, 36 hours per week +$2.50/hr for weekend shifts. Boulder Community Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate (CNA) / Unit Coordinator for Med/ Surg who performs duties and tasks that assist the caregivers and promote effective departmental functioning. Direct patient care functions are under the direction of the RN

Benefits: •Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option •Dental and Vision insurance •BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans •Short-term and Long-term disability coverage •Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts •Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution •Paid Time Off •Education assistance program •Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more •Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki •Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions •Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family

Qualifications •High school diploma or equivalent preferred •Nurse aide training preferred •CNA certification preferred •1 year hospital or other health care experience preferred Responsibilities Clerical Functions •Answers phones with name or title and department. •Transcribes and communicates physician orders, including notification of appropriate staff and preps. •Communicates problems to service coordinator promptly. Work with service coordinator when work load reaches a peak to get assistance and establish priorities. •Offers assistance and provides direction to visitors, patients, physicians, and families in a concise, informative manner, maintaining a positive and courteous tone. •Reports off at the end of the shift or when leaving the department. •Compiles new charts, maintains current charts, and enters patient information on charts and/or Kardexes. •Demonstrates confidentiality with patient and department issues. •Appropriately files patient reports. •Orders supplies for unit, i.e. food, equipment, (chart forms) as outlined on assignment sheet.

Patient Care •Places call light within reach of patient, bed in low position and side rails up. •Orients patient to use of bed, call light, television, and telephone. Assists in preparation of patient rooms for admission and transfers. •Maintains a neat, uncluttered, well-stocked central station, nursing unit, and patient rooms. •Participates in stocking and verification of supplies in patient room and care areas; this includes bedside carts, linen cabinet, blanket warmer, and procedure carts. •Cleans rooms, makes beds, and appropriately handles hazardous and biohazard waste. •Provides patient care under the supervision of an RN and in collaboration with the clinical lead. •Patient care duties include bathing, positioning, mobility, elimination (to include bedpans and recording output), and assisting with admissions. •Assists in responding to call lights, blue phone and other COR zero lights. •Assists in the transport of patients specimen and supplies, in set-up of invasive procedure: invasive line tubing, chest tube; in point-of-service testing; one touch. •Provides basic respiratory care such as spirometry and nasal O2. •Perform surgical shave preps as directed by the RN. •Records I/0 data, passing water and meal trays, picking up, and assisting in feeding patients. •Apply TED hose and athrombic pumps. •May be required to perform point of care testing. •It is the expectation that all care providers document accurately and in real time, utilizing the electronic medical record within their department.

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado. It provides comprehensive medical services to the Boulder County community, including acute care, emergency services, and outpatient care. BCH operates several facilities, including the flagship Boulder Community Hospital, and offers a wide range of specialties such as cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and maternity care. The organization is known for its commitment to high-quality care, patient-centered services, and a focus on wellness and prevention. Boulder Community Health is dedicated to improving the health of the local community by integrating advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, and personalized care. The healthcare system also emphasizes collaboration with local physicians, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH is recognized for its strong ties to the local population and its role in supporting public health initiatives, promoting healthy lifestyles, and addressing health disparities. Boulder Community Health is a Certified Level II Trauma Center and has received incredible accolades for the wonderful care that we provide including: Newsweek- “America’s Best-in-State Hospital 2025”; U.S. News and World Report- “Best Hospitals for Maternity Care 2025”; 5280 Magazine-“21 BCH physicians among 2024 list of the region’s best doctors”; Daily Camera People’s Choice Awards 2024- Honorable mention, Best Physical Therapy Center; and American Heart Association- Quality Stroke Care 2024. As an employee at Boulder Community Health, you will enjoy working in state-of-the-art facilities with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement and an on-site fitness center. You also have access to an incredible Employee Wellness and Support program, employee activities, discounts and more! EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace. BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text. This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.