Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Description

Job Description

West Tennessee Post-Acute, located in Jackson, TN, is a skilled nursing facility with 67 Medicare-certified beds. It has been CMS-certified since 1986 and offers transitional care services aimed at helping patients recover after hospital stays. The facility has an average occupancy rate of 78.81% and emphasizes quality care through its participation in the Medicare program

Why Join us?

At West Tennessee Post-Acute, our team is committed to creating a supportive, patient-centered environment where both residents and staff can thrive.

If you’re passionate about providing high-quality care and being part of a compassionate and skilled team, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents!

Position Overview:

The Certified Nursing Assistant role supports assigned residents with routine daily activities and nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by the supervisors.

• Use the wristband or photo to identify residents before administering treatments, serving meals, etc., as necessary.

• Record all entries on flow sheets (ADLs. I&Os, percentage of meals eaten, vitals, bowel & bladder) in an informative, descriptive and legible manner. Record additional entries as requested/required by the charge nurse. 

• Use only authorized abbreviations established by this facility when recording information.

• Report all changes in the resident’s condition to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse as soon as practical.

• Report all accidents and incidents observed as they occur.

• Transports residents to assigned locations for activity.

• Monitor and supervise residents at all times to ensure resident safety.

• Assist in passing meal trays to residents at meal times. Ensure the correct tray is given to the correct resident.

• Assist and participate in a hydration program.

• Assist patients at meal times

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.     

• Must be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in Tennessee.

• Active BLS/CPR

For Full Time, What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.  
• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.  
• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.  
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.