CNA - Nursing Relief

About the job Certified Nursing Assistant

Our company is looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) PRN to join our team.

Responsibilities:

Participating in hourly rounds;

Keeping the patients rooms in clean and orderly condition, including making beds;

Answering patient lights and performing services in a timely manner that adds to the physical well-being of the patient;

Maintaining unit stock levels of supplies and equipment as directed;

Must be able to push/pull 45 lbs;

Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members;

Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed;

Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary;

A well‑lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat);

Reports faulty equipment and safety hazards to the Nurse in charge immediately;

Helps residents to and from social and dining activities and encourages their participation;

Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff;

Immediately reports any accidents and unusual occurrences to the Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, or Supervisor;

Participates in in‑service education and training and outside professional development as needed to keep in current with trends in the industry;

Observes and reports all changes in a residents condition immediately to the Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager.

Requirements:

Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures, aseptic practices, and proficiency obtaining vital signs;

Current BLS;

Tolerance, patience, empathy and concern are desirable;

High school diploma or equivalent;

State certification as a nursing assistant mandatory;

Complete familiarity with duties of a certified nursing assistant;

Functional literacy in English is required;

High school diploma or GED with further training to achieve certification;

Able to work schedule as posted;

Demonstrates a strong work ethic and willingness to comply with policies and procedures;

Able to follow spoken and written instructions;

Genuine desire to work with the elderly;

Knowledge of general sanitary and safety practices;

An up‑beat and engaging personality;

Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, push, pull, bend, kneel, and stand as needed.

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