Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A)

The Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) will provide personal care services under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN). The nursing assistant is assigned to specific clients by the R.N. or additional professionals of such status level and performs needful services to clients to maintain their personal comfort.

Duties/Responsibilities

Performs simple procedures such as an extension of nursing care under the direction and supervision of the nurse.

• Range of motion exercises
• Assistance in ambulation or exercises

Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to:

• Bathing
• Shampooing
• Skin care / nail care
• Oral hygiene
• Shaving
• Dressing

Performs household services essential to health care at home, including but not limited to:

• Meal preparation / feeding
• Laundry
• Light housekeeping

Assist in the administration of medications that are ordinarily self-administered under the direction and supervision of an R.N.

Reports any observed or changes in the client's condition and / or needs to the Registered Nurse. Following reporting guidelines in the Care of Plan

Documents care provided to client and completed the forms required for the client's records. Completes the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations. Submits documentation per agency requirements- at least weekly.

Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices, following Agency guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the Supervisor/ Case Manager.

Exhibits safe practice in the use of equipment. Does not use equipment until orientation about its operation has been provided. Notifies supervisor of educational needs.

Communicates effectively by way of observing, recording, reporting and interpersonal relations with all members of the inter disciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.

Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

Attends in-service programs to meet compliance requirements. Identifies learning needs to agency supervisor.

Participates in monthly service- training to stay abreast & knowledgeable of updates/ changes in the healthcare arena, while maintaining compliance with DHMH requirements and performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Successful completion of a formal certification training program and / or written skills test and competency evaluation
• Current unrestricted MD Nursing Assistant Certification License
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Verify their capability to read, write and follow a written plan of care.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Criminal Background check
• Current CPR / 1st Aide Certification
• Current Driver's License or ID Card

Preferred Skills

• Two years' experience in a supervised setting, preferably in a health care facility