CNA - CNA

Nursing Aide (CNA)The Nursing Aide (CNA) will provide direct resident care at the Secure Treatment and Rehabilitation Center, Central NY Psychiatric Center, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The Nursing Aide will assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting. Responsibilities also include monitoring and documenting vital signs, height, weight, and intake and output, observing changes in residents' conditions, and reporting concerns to nursing staff. The role may also involve housekeeping and cleaning duties related to direct patient care to maintain clean, sanitary, orderly, and properly supplied treatment areas.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct resident care under the direction of an RN or LPN.Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting.Assist with ambulation, transferring, and positioning of residents.Monitor and document residents' intake and output.Measure and record vital signs, height, and weight.Observe residents for changes in physical condition or overall health status and promptly report these changes to the RN or LPN.Ensure resident safety during routine care activities, transfers, and ambulation.Perform limited housekeeping and cleaning duties related to direct patient care.Ensure treatment and patient-care areas remain clean, sanitary, orderly, and properly supplied.Follow nursing instructions, facility policies, and established patient-care procedures.Work Schedule & ConditionsTen (10) positions available.Monday through Friday shifts:Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM ESTEvening Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM ESTNight Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM ESTA 30-minute unpaid lunch break is required.Exact schedule and assigned shifts will be determined during the interview.Schedule may include 12-hour shifts.Candidates are required to work every other weekend.Holiday coverage may be required.Overtime is not listed as a standard requirement but may be necessary based on facility needs.Travel is not required.Qualifications & RequirementsAbility to provide direct resident care under the supervision of an RN or LPN.Ability to assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting.Ability to safely assist residents with ambulation and transfers.Ability to accurately measure and document vital signs, height, weight, and intake and output.Strong observation and communication skills to identify and report changes in residents' conditions.Ability to maintain resident safety and follow established patient-care procedures.Ability to perform basic housekeeping and cleaning duties related to patient care.Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including potential 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.Background Check Requirements - Candidates must successfully complete all facility-required background checks and security clearances prior to assignment.Vaccination & Medical RequirementsSpecific vaccination and medical screening requirements were not provided in the supplied position details. Candidates must meet all applicable facility medical clearance requirements prior to assignment.Required TrainingFacility-specific orientation and training as required prior to assignment.Candidates must follow applicable patient-care procedures and instructions provided by supervising nursing staff.