Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job TitleThe primary purpose of this position is for the caring and serving of residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort and adhering to instructions issued by the D.O.N/RCD responsible for adhering to universal precautions.Position ResponsibilitiesProvides direct personal assistance and supervision needed by the resident during ADL care.Performs occasional, non-routine housekeeping tasks.Provides routine bed-making.Provides assistance to individual residents who need help with eating.Assists residents with tub baths, showers or whirlpool baths as needed.Assists residents with toileting and maintaining bowel and bladder continence.Assists residents with mobility and transferring, using assistive devices.Provides care for normal, unbroken skin.Shaves residents.Provides basic first aid.Assists and encourages physical activity.Trims nails for residents without diabetes or peripheral vascular disease.Collects urine or fecal specimens.Takes vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure) as indicated.Assists with, or performs, range of motion exercises.Empties and records drainage of catheter bag.Recognizes any change in behavior of resident and reports it directly to SIC, Charge NurseExercise patience and tact in dealing with residents, their families and visitors.Initiative and judgment are needed to recognize symptoms indicative of a resident's adverse reaction to treatment.Maintain HIPPA regulation in regards to resident confidentialityRefer all medication questions from family members or residents to SIC/ Charge NurseEducational RequirementsHigh School diploma or G. E.DN.C.- C.N.A certification in good standing with the state of NC