Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides basic nursing care to non-acute and acutely ill residents in a long-term care setting. The role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and supporting licensed nurses in patient care. The CNA must demonstrate a caring attitude, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and sound judgment in emergency situations. Responsibilities: Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, oral hygiene, dressing, and feeding. Monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, blood sugar, pulse oximetry, and intake-output measurements. Collect and transport specimens to appropriate departments. Observe and document resident condition and report any changes or unusual incidents to licensed nurses. Provide bedside care including positioning, lifting, turning, and assisting with toileting and ambulation. Respond promptly to call lights and make rounds to assigned residents. Maintain cleanliness and order in resident rooms and nursing areas, including changing bed linens and cleaning equipment. Assist licensed nurses with resident transport preparation and provide 1:1 care when indicated for safety. Manage supply distribution, ordering, and waste disposal according to policies. Perform unit-specific duties such as obtaining 12-lead ECGs, telemetry monitoring, and cross-training in various hospital departments. Serve as preceptor for new CNA staff and students and participate in performance improvement projects. Required Skills & Certifications: Current full, unrestricted Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of Alaska. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to safely lift and assist non-ambulatory patients regularly. Strong observational and documentation skills. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Skills & Certifications: One year of prior CNA experience preferred. Training or certification in point-of-care testing or waived testing. Experience with telemetry monitoring and ECG acquisition. Cross-training in emergency, labor & delivery, or surgical departments. Special Considerations: Must submit two fingerprint cards upon acceptance. Position covered under the Indian Child Protection Act. Ability to work calmly under pressure and make sound judgments in emergencies. Physical demands include frequent lifting and assisting of patients. May be required to perform 1:1 patient sitting for safety. Scheduling: Work schedule and shifts will be assigned based on unit needs. May include cross-training and coverage for various hospital departments. #J-18808-Ljbffr