CNA/Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Summary: A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a paraprofessional member of the health care team who works directly with patients in a private home or facility setting. In a custodial agency such as Nova Leap Home Health, the CNA is to perform assistive duties, such as personal hygiene, transfers, range-of-motion, and light housekeeping chores, including shopping, cooking, laundry, and light cleaning. Qualifications: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and graduated from a CNA training course. Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience (preferably in the home care setting). Must have access to reliable transportation. Must meet all requirements needed to maintain a current certification. Must be able to read and follow written or verbal instructions, and document care provided. Must adhere to all Nova Leap Home Health policies. Physical Requirements: Must display good emotional health; be able to tolerate physically demanding activities such as standing, bending, and stooping. Must have sufficient strength to turn, lift, and assist patients with activities of daily living. General Duties and Responsibilities: Assist clients in all activities of daily living/hygiene assistance. Prepare meals within the patient's diet. Assist clients with meals (feeding) as outlined in the plan of care. Assist clients with transfers and ambulation as needed. Perform light housekeeping chores (general cleaning, dusting, mopping, etc.). Meet the safety needs of the client, and use equipment safely and properly. Complete medical records accurately and carry out all assignments as requested. Notify Supervisor of any acute or pertinent changes in client condition. Maintain confidentiality regarding the client's condition and his/her family. Follow and use all Universal Precaution protocols. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nova Leap Home Health - Chickasha