CNA Skills Checklist
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Instructions:

This checklist is meant to serve as a general guideline for our client facilities as to the level of your skills within your nursing specialty. Please use the scale below to describe your experience/expertise in each area listed below.

 
Proficiency Scale: 1 = No Experience
2 = Need Training
3 = Able to perform with supervision
4 = Able to perform independently

 
Rating Stars (Click)
Patient Rights 1
2
3
4
"Communicates and obtains information while respecting the rights and privacy and confidentiality of information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)"
"Involves the patient and family and respects their role in determining the nature of care to be provided, including Advance Directives."
"Complies with nursing staff responsibility included in the hospital policy related to Organ Donation."
"Meets patient and families needs regarding communication, including interpreter services"
Provides accurate information to patient and families in a timely manner.
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Vital Signs and Weights 1
2
3
4
Obtaining and Recording
BP, including Orthostatic
Pulse, Radia
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
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Use of Electronic VS equipment: 1
2
3
4
Automatic BP machine (Dynamap)
Electronic Thermometer
Applying Oximeter
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Scale Use: 1
2
3
4
Standing
Chair
Bed
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GI /GU 1
2
3
4
Report Abnormal Findings
Bowel Function
Bladder Function
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Administering Enemas: 1
2
3
4
Tap Water
Fleets
Return Flow
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Vital Signs and Weights 1
2
3
4
Placing and Removing Bed Pan
Clamping Catheter
Emptying Foley Bag
Placing Condom Catheter
Emptying and Replacing Ostomy Bag (Established Ostomy)
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Nutrition 1
2
3
4
Estimating Intake
Setting up for Meals
Feeding Patients
Aspiration Precautions
Nourishments
Counting Calories
Fluid Restriction
NPO
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Specimens 1
2
3
4
Collecting Stool
Collecting Sputum
Labeling Specimens and Preparing for Transport
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Collecting Urine: 1
2
3
4
Clean Catch
24 Hour
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Hygiene /Skin 1
2
3
4
Risk Factorsfor Skin Breakdown
Observing Pressure Points for Redness or Breakdown
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Bathing /Daisy Hygiene: 1
2
3
4
Bathing (Shower /Tub /Arjo)
Oral Care, Including Patients who are NPO,Comatose, Patients with
Pen Care
Foot Care for Patients with Impaired Circulation or Sensation
Incontinence Care
Shaving and Precautions
Reducing Pressure and Friction
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Use of Pressure and Friction Reduction Devices: 1
2
3
4
Special Beds/Mattresses
Heels and Elbow Protection
Foot Cradles
Use of Shower Chair
Use of Bath/Shower Boat
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Infection Control 1
2
3
4
Reverse Isolation
Body Substance isolation
TB Precautions
MRSA Precautions
Hand Washing
Infectious/Hazardous Waste Disposal
Supply/Equipment Disposal
Use of Disposable Therrnomete
Use of CPR Mask/Bag
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Proper use of Specific Barrier, Methods: 1
2
3
4
Gloves
Gown
Mask / Goggles
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Safety and Activity 1
2
3
4
Determining Patient ID
Identifying Safety Hazards
Determining Need for Additional Help
Assessing Safety and ADL Needs
Assessing Safety and ADL Needs
Recognizing Abuse: Substance, Physical, Emotional, etc
MaintainingClean, Orderly Work Area
Disposing of Sharps
Handling Hazardous Materials
Proper Body Mechanics
ROM Exercises
Transferring to Bed,WC, Commode, etc
Turning and Positioning
Patient Safety Module
Reporting Broken Equipment
Responding to Safety Hazards
Use of HoyerLift (Dextra /Maxi)
Bed Operation
Use of Wheel Locks
Use of Alarms: Bed, Patient, Unit
Use of CaIl Light
Documenting Use of Restraints
Use of Transfer Belt
Use of Gait Belt for Ambulation
Use of Seizure Pads
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Application of Restraints: 1
2
3
4
Belt Including Seat Belt
Wrist/Ankle
Vest
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Care Routines 1
2
3
4
Inventory andDispositionof Belongings, Useof Checklist
Room Orientation, Call Bell
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Post-op Patients: 1
2
3
4
Transferring into Bed
Call Bell
Assist with Turns
ROM Exercises
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Maintaining 02 Therapy: 1
2
3
4
Replacing Mask or Nasal Caunula if Needed
Notifying Nurse of Problems
Basic Comfort Measures
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Preparation For and Transfer to SNF: 1
2
3
4
Early Bath
Preparing Belongings
Preparingfor and Explaining Routinesto Patient
Post Mortem Care
Use ofIncentive Spirometer
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Removing /Replacing: 1
2
3
4
Antiembolic Stockings
Sequential Stockings
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Communication 1
2
3
4
Using Appropriate Abbreviations
Identifying UnusuaI Patient Incidents that Require Reporting
Reinforcing RN Teaching With Patient
Selecting and Using Forms Appropriately
Using Alternate Communication Tools /Devices
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Communicating to RN: 1
2
3
4
Changes in Patient Condition
Patient Needs, Complaints and Concerns
Unusual Incidents
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Recording and Reporting: 1
2
3
4
Vital Signs
Bathing /Hygiene
Turning and Repositioning
Ambulation and Activity
Diet intake, Calorie Count
Bowel Movements
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1 & 0: 1
2
3
4
Shift Volumes and Totals
Marking and /or Measuring Amount of Urine, Gastric Fluid, NG Drainage, Emesis, Diarrhea
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Age Specific Competencies 1
2
3
4
Infant (Birth - 1 year)
Preschooler (ages 2-5 years)
Childhood (ages 6-12 years)
Adolescents (ages 13-21 years)
Young Adults (ages 22-39 years)
Older Adults (ages 65-79 years)
Adults (ages 40-64 years)
Elderly (ages 80+ years)
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Unit Activity 1
2
3
4
Identifying Unusual Incidents on the Unit that Require Reporting
"Locating and Using Appropriate Reference Materials: Hospital, Patient Care and"
Charging for Patient Care Items
Completing Risk Management Reports as Needed
Obtaining Needed Supplies and Equipment
Reporting and Following up on Faulty Equipment and Supplies
Using Telephone System