Certified Nursing Assistant

Description

Are you passionate about helping others and seeking an emotionally rewarding job in the healthcare field? We may have exactly the role you're looking for! As a certified nursing assistant, you'll be the main caregiver for our patients with varied levels of mobility who require help with daily living activities like going to the restroom, getting dressed, eating regular meals, and changing bedpans. You'll also need to accurately record patient vitals, monitor changes in behavior or symptoms, and answer call signals and bells to determine patient needs. If you're looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Record patient vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and blood oxygen level
• Convey relevant patient data and information to supervising nurse, family members, and other facility staff as needed
• Help patients with basic care including bathing, dressing, going to the restroom, eating, and taking proper medication dosages on a daily basis
• Assist patients with regular exercise as needed to maintain physical health and mobility level
• Maintain clean and sanitary patient rooms by rotating sheets, changing bedpans, and performing general room upkeep

Qualifications

• Candidates should have the physical stamina to reposition and lift patients from beds to examination tables or wheelchairs and move medical equipment
• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required for this position
• Prior experience helping bedridden patients and patients who suffer from age-related illness including Alzheimer's and Dementia would be preferred
• The ability to administer catheters and enemas is desired, but not required
• Be able to use computer database and software programs to accurately record patient history