Certified Nursing Assistant - PDN

Essential Job Functions
\u2022 Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care, such as:
o Basic first aid taking weight and vital signs
o Ambulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other non-life support medical equipment and devices
o Prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needs
\u2022 Help patient maintain good personal hygiene, such as:
o Assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eating
o Observe and report significant changes in patient\u2019s condition to the (RN) Nursing Supervisor

Requirements
\u2022 High school graduate or GED
\u2022 Current, unrestricted certification or proof of training as required by the state
\u2022 Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with aide care and policies and procedures
\u2022\u200b Valid Driver\u2019s License

Physical Requirements
\u2022 Must be able to lift 40 pounds
\u2022 Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
\u2022 Must be able to sit and climb stairs
\u2022 Must have strong sense of smell and touch
\u2022 Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance

Environment
\u2022 Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions. Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

Other Duties
\u2022 Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.