Certified Nurse Aide CNA

Certified Nurse AideA career at Rehabilitation Institute of South San Antonio, a state-of-the-art, 36-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital owned and operated exclusively by Lifepoint Rehabilitation, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in Bexar County who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the San Antonio area need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!Why work with us:Tuition assistance/reimbursementExpansive benefit package for full-time employeesProfessional development and advancement opportunitiesTargeted approach to career developmentStrong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunitiesSuperior quality patient outcomesSupportive leadership and cultureCEU SupportState-of-the-art equipmentWhat you will do in this role:Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's ageProvides morning care which may include bed bath, shower or whirlpool, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table and bedside stand, straightening room and other general care as necessary throughout the dayProvides evening care which includes hands/face washing as needed, oral hygiene, back rubs, peri-care, freshening linen, cleaning over bed tables, straightening room and other general care as neededPrepares patients for meals; serves and removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients if necessaryAnswers patient call lights, anticipates patient's needs and makes rounds to assigned patientsAssists patients with the handling of personal property: dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, prosthetic devices, etc.Reports and, when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients and unusual incidentsAssists licensed nursing staff with treatment proceduresOther duties as assignedQualifications:Completion of the course for nursing assistantsCurrent state certification as a Nursing AssistantCPR/BCLS CertificationMinimum six months experience in an acute or long-term facility preferredExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsRehabilitation Institute of South San Antonio strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.EEOC StatementRehabilitation Institute of South San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rehabilitation Institute of South San Antonio is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.