Certified Nurse Assistant

Job SummaryProvides assigned residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with nursing care procedures and as directed by supervisor. Preserves residents' dignity, honors resident's rights, provides good customer service, communicates appropriately, and adheres to federal and state compliance regulations. Will rotate weekends and holidays.Essential Job Functions:Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities.Assist patients/residents with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, transferring, ambulating, toileting, and other resident needs.Ensure that beds are made; trash has been removed, and a high level of hygiene is maintained in the room.Ensure that meals are served on time and assist residents with meals and feeding, if necessary.Take vital signs and report observations and any change in condition to the nurse.Practice infection prevention and control measures in compliance with Federal, State and facility requirements.Document in CNA ECS flow-sheet promptly, accurately and comprehensively/thoroughly.Make routine and frequent rounds to ensure those safety precautions/equipment are in place and in working order.Avoid development of skin problems or skin breakdown by providing timely incontinent care and frequent repositioning of residents that need assistance.Essential Qualifications:Education and Experience: Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with the laws of Florida. One year of long term care experience or working with handicapped or developmentally disabled adults. Must be CPR Certified.An individual in this position will be exposed to: Inside/outside environmental conditions Bloodborne pathogens Respiratory pathogens Physical equipment hazards Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of this position.EOE, Drug Free Workplace