Certified Nursing Assistant Skills Checklist

Answer Key

1. No Experience 2. Requires Supervision 3. Proficient 4. Can Teach Others

Patient Rights

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Communicates and Obtains Information While Respecting HIPAA
Involves the Patient and Family in Care Decisions Including Advance Directives
Complies with Organ Donation Policy
Meets Communication Needs Including Interpreter Services
Provides Accurate Information to Patient and Families

Vital Signs and Weights

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Obtaining and Recording
BP, Including Orthostatic
Pulse, Radial
Temperature, Oral
Temperature, Rectal
Temperature, Axillary
Temperature, Tympanic
Respirations
Weight, Pounds and Kilograms
Recognizing Cardiac Arrest
Activating Code Team
Bringing Emergency Equipment to Room
Providing Appropriate Code Support
Automatic BP Machine (Dynamap)
Electronic Thermometer
Applying Oximeter
Standing Scale
Chair Scale
Bed Scale

GI/GU

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Report Abnormal Findings
Bowel Function
Bladder Function
Enemas: Tap Water
Enemas: Fleets
Enemas: Return Flow
Placing and Removing Bed Pan
Clamping Catheter
Emptying Foley Bag
Placing Condom Catheter
Emptying and Replacing Ostomy Bag

Nutrition

Specimens

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Collecting Stool
Collecting Sputum
Labeling Specimens and Preparing for Transport
Collecting Urine: Clean Catch
Collecting Urine: 24 Hour

Hygiene/Skin

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Risk Factors for Skin Breakdown
Observing Pressure Points for Redness or Breakdown
Bathing (Shower/Tub/Arjo)
Oral Care
Perineal Care
Foot Care for Patients with Impaired Circulation
Incontinence Care
Shaving and Precautions
Reducing Pressure and Friction
Special Beds/Mattresses
Heels and Elbow Protection
Foot Cradles
Use of Shower Chair
Use of Bath/Shower Boat

Infection Control

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Reverse Isolation
Body Substance Isolation
TB Precautions
MRSA Precautions
Hand Washing
Infectious/Hazardous Waste Disposal
Supply/Equipment Disposal
Use of Disposable Thermometer
Use of CPR Mask/Bag
Gloves
Gown
Mask/Goggles

Safety and Activity

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Determining Patient ID
Identifying Safety Hazards
Determining Need for Additional Help
Assessing Safety and ADL Needs
Recognizing Abuse: Substance, Physical, Emotional
Maintaining Clean, Orderly Work Area
Disposing of Sharps
Handling Hazardous Materials
Proper Body Mechanics
ROM Exercises
Transferring to Bed, WC, Commode
Turning and Positioning
Patient Safety Module
Reporting Broken Equipment
Responding to Safety Hazards
Use of Hoyer Lift
Bed Operation
Use of Wheel Locks
Use of Alarms: Bed, Patient, Unit
Use of Call Light
Documenting Use of Restraints
Use of Transfer Belt
Use of Gait Belt for Ambulation
Use of Seizure Pads
Application of Restraints: Belt/Seat Belt
Application of Restraints: Wrist/Ankle
Application of Restraints: Vest

Care Routines

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Inventory and Disposition of Belongings
Room Orientation, Call Bell
Post-Op: Call Bell
Post-Op: Transferring into Bed
Post-Op: Assist with Turns
Post-Op: ROM Exercises
Replacing Mask or Nasal Cannula
Notifying Nurse of Problems
Basic Comfort Measures
Early Bath
Preparing Belongings
Post Mortem Care
Use of Incentive Spirometer
Antiembolic Stockings
Sequential Stockings

Communication

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Using Appropriate Abbreviations
Identifying Unusual Patient Incidents
Reinforcing RN Teaching with Patient
Selecting and Using Forms Appropriately
Using Alternate Communication Tools/Devices
Changes in Patient Condition
Patient Needs, Complaints and Concerns
Unusual Incidents
Vital Signs
Bathing/Hygiene
Turning and Repositioning
Ambulation and Activity
Diet Intake, Calorie Count
Bowel Movements
Shift Volumes and Totals

Age Specific Competencies

Undertaking

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