Certified Nurse Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

The purpose of this position is to provide direct care to residents, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with the facility policies and procedures and report resident needs and concerns to a licensed nurse.

Education / Knowledge

• Must be a graduate of an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program, or be eligible to enter such a program, graduate and pass a state approved competency test (written & skills) within 120 days from the date of employment.
• Prior experience as a care provider is preferred.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Must possess the ability to deal effectively with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the general public under all conditions.
• Must be willing to follow directions.
• Must be dependable in attendance and available by telephone and/or message phone number on reasonable notice.

Delegation Of Authority

Authority is delegated to the individual in this position to:

• Provide care to residents following facility policies and procedures
• Report residents' needs and concerns to a licensed nurse

Duties And Responsibilities

• Follow written and oral directions
• Follow established performance standards and perform duties according to nursing service policies and procedures.
• Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures,
• Identify resident problems and concerns and report them immediately to a charge nurse or a licensed nurse.
• Complete assignments timely, completely and accurately.
• Conduct resident rounds as assigned.
• Initiate corrective action as necessary and/or seek assistance of a licensed nurse.
• Identify safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action.
• Attend all in-service classes as assigned and complete assignments.
• Assume personal responsibility for following facility procedures related to control of equipment and supplies within the unit.