CNA-Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing AssistantOur agency will employ direct care staff that are certified nursing assistants at our PHCP agency. Our direct care staff will take care of individuals' ADLs, household management, community-based shopping and appointments; working closely with family members and others to support Clients' progress towards better health and well-being. All certified nursing assistant staff report directly to our Administrator, and are supervised and monitored by our qualified RN.Duties and Responsibilities:1. Assist residents with all activities of daily living, including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, feeding, taking medications, cleaning, and other duties as requested.2. Assist residents with managing home, activities; following goals on their service care plan.3. Assist individuals with self-administering medications.4. Respond promptly to individuals' requests for assistance.5. Accurately document provision of care as directed.6. Stay current with changes in care/support (e.g. medications, treatments, behavior plans, etc.).7. Alert program management in the event of an individual's change in status or behavior.8. Assist with weighing individuals, and gathers and records other data as requested.9. Complete all documentation and reports within program timelines.10. Actively participates in resident, family, team and staff meetings.11. Attend trainings as assigned maintain certification of required trainings (CPR, First Aid, and Medication).12. May possibly transport Clients as request in their own vehicle or staff's own personal vehicle.Qualifications:A high school diploma or equivalent. One year experience providing direct care preferably to individuals Ability to understand, speak, read and write fluent English; sensitive to client's needs. Strongly prefer that a candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations, can communicate effectively, use good judgment, high energy level, function well in a team atmosphere; perform basic computer functions. Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have a valid driver's license and access to an operational and insured vehicle in addition to willingness to use it to transport residents.