Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Duties and Responsibilities :

Assist Residents with daily living activities, to include, delivering meals, turning and ambulating residents and providing plenty of fluids and nourishment meals throughout scheduled shift

Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming

Help Residents with personal hygiene

Observe Residents and report any health issues to the supervising nurse

Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure

Provide basic life support as needed and respond promptly to patient emergencies.

Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols

Assist nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation using electronic health record systems such as SigmaCare

Document Resident food and fluid intake

Assist Residents with feeding and serving nutritional supplements

Making the Resident's beds and keeping their living areas clean and tidy

Transport Residents within the facility

Assist nurses and other staff as needed

Adhere to professional standards and follow all facility policies and procedures

Abide by all federal, state and local requirements and standards

Maintain the confidentiality of all Residents and Facility data

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care

Participate in training sessions and continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualifications and Skills :

Current and Valid NY CNA certification

Experience in caregiving or patient care settings is highly desirable

Familiarity with electronic health record systems SigmaCare is a plus

Ability to work effectively within a team environment while also demonstrating independence when necessary

Excellent interpersonal skills

Effective communication skills

Good collaboration and teamwork skills

Fast and adaptive problem-solving abilities

Keen attention to detail

In-depth understanding of patient care policies and regulations

Familiarity with symptoms and signs of improvement for a number of medical conditions

Excellent observational skills for monitoring patient conditions and reporting changes to nursing staff

Physical strength and stamina

Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Benefits :

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off