CNA / CMT Columbia

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

TITLE OF POSITION : CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) / HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA)

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR : Registered Nurse / Nursing Supervisor

RISK OF EXPOSURE TO BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS HIGH

DUTIES

• Provides personal care and related services in the home, which is consistent with State regulations, delegated and supervised by a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
• Tasks to be performed by a CNA / HHA must be assigned by and performed under the supervision of an RN who will be responsible for client services provided by the CNA / HHA.
• Under no circumstances may a CNA / HHA be assigned to receive or reduce any intravenous procedures, or any other sterile or invasive procedures, other than rectal temperatures or enemas.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB CONDITIONS

EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Use of BP cuff, thermometer and stethoscope Hand washing materials

COMPANY INFORMATION

Has access to all client medical records which may be discussed with the Registered Nurse and the Nursing Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Preferably a high school diploma or equivalent.

2. Must have successfully completed a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program :

3. Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to client, self and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate this.

4. Must comprehend the basics of personal care, housekeeping and meal preparation.

5. Must understand and respect clients including ethics and confidentiality.

6. Must have cleared background screening.

7. Must have current CPR certification