Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated CNA to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Skilled Nursing settings and possess a strong customer service skills. Hiring Full Time 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am 12 hour shifts.
Responsibilities:
Perform direct resident care duties under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. Assist with promoting a compassionate physical and psychosocial environment for the residents.
- Provide personal care (i.e., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) of residents daily and as needed.
- Change bed linen and maintain appropriate grooming supplies in resident room on a regular basis.
- Ambulate and transfer residents, utilizing appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics.
- Record resident vital signs, weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information, as assigned.
- Routinely turn and position residents, as necessary.
- Observe residents carefully and report changes in condition to Nurse.
- Participate in collecting data needed for the accurate completion of the MDS and the plan of care. Provide input to the nurses for development of the plan of care.
- Provide adequate hydration to residents at regular intervals each day according to specific resident needs.
- Prepare residents for each meal and transport to dining room (unless a bed patient) making sure that food tray is accessible, self-help devices are available (if needed), and assistance is provided to those residents who cannot feed themselves.
- Keep an accurate record of food intake and output, as directed.
- Be alert for proper ventilation, temperature, light and noise control.
- Take vital signs on residents.
- Promptly answer call lights and assist with other resident needs.
- Assist in the orientation and training of other staff, as requested.
Skills:
- Possess a valid CNA license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Experience in Long Term Care/Skilled Nursing.
- Proficient in providing care for patients with various medical needs.
- Knowledge of infection control practices and protocols.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
Work Location: In person
