CNA - FT D / E

Short Description

Full Time CNA (7.5 hours / day x 5 days / week - 37.5 hours) - Day / Evening shift rotations every other weekend / holiday required. NYS Nursing Assistant Certification required with a minimum of 1-year experience as a licensed CNA working in a long-term care setting.

Complete Description

Education

Must have High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

Minimum 1-year as licensed CNA in a long-term care setting.

Certifications

NYS Nursing Assistant Certification, BLS (must be through AHA or RQI).

Job Functions

• Assist residents with daily living needs (hygiene, grooming, dressing, toileting, skin care, etc.) per care plan.
• Maintain resident safety and environment (respond to call lights, use safety equipment, prevent falls, clean unit).
• Support residents with meals (deliver trays, help with feeding, use adaptive equipment, honor food preferences).
• Assist with mobility and rehab needs (range of motion, walking, transfers, proper positioning, use of aids).
• Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
• Measure and record weight, intake and output.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge of residents.
• Help with resident social and emotional needs through interaction and companionship.
• Maintain confidentiality and residents' rights at all times.
• Report resident concerns, changes, or refusals to nurse promptly.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner per protocol.

Other

Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is reasonably anticipated. Required tasks may lead to contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Skills