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Job Description

Job Description

CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) 

Job Title : CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) 

Location: Lexington, KY 

Department: Nursing 

Reports to: DON 

Position Type: Full time/ Part time/ PRN  Days or Nights

Job Summary: 

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) to join our skilled nursing facility team. In this role, you will provide high-quality care and support to residents, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

Work Environment: 

This position operates in a clinical healthcare environment.

Responsibilities: 

• Resident Care: Assist residents with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene. 

• Mobility Assistance: Help residents with mobility issues, including transferring, positioning, and ambulating safely. 

• Vital Signs Monitoring: Take and record vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rates. 

• Documentation: Accurately document all care provided, changes in residents’ conditions, and any other pertinent information in electronic health records. 

• Communication: Report any changes in residents’ conditions or concerns to the nursing staff or supervisor in a timely manner.

• Supportive Tasks: Assist with feeding, preparing meals, and providing companionship to enhance residents’ quality of life. 

• Infection Control: Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe environment for residents. 

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including nurses and physicians, to ensure cohesive and comprehensive care. 

Qualifications: 

• Experience: Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting preferred.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move residents, as well as perform physical tasks associated with patient care. 

• Certifications: Current CNA certification in Kentucky required. 

Benefits: 

• Medical 

• Dental 

• Vision 

• 401K

• Paid Holidays

• Vacation Time

• Sick Time