IDD Certified Nursing Assistant II

IDD Certified Nursing Assistant II

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

The Certified Nursing Assistant II (CNA II) plays a critical role in providing compassionate and high-quality care to children with critical needs. Under the supervision of licensed nurses, the CNA II directly assists with daily care activities, clinical tasks, and administrative responsibilities, ensuring the safety, health, and dignity of the individuals supported. This position requires a deep sense of empathy, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset to effectively support nursing staff and contribute to a positive care environment. By adhering to the scope of practice defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, the CNA II delivers essential care services, helping to improve the quality of life for the individuals and families served.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Report any changes in the condition of individuals supported to the Nurse immediately.
• Accurately document on flow sheets, charts, notes, and other records in a timely manner.
• Measure and record vital signs, notifying the Nurse of any changes or concerns.
• Administer medications, including gastrostomy tube feedings, as delegated by licensed nurses and per physician orders.
• Monitor oxygen administration, check oxygen saturation levels, and report findings to licensed nurses.
• Perform colostomy care in accordance with the care plan.
• Assist individuals with dressing / undressing, hygiene, and toileting needs.
• Provide safe and appropriate lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transferring of individuals to and from beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, or lifts.
• Actively participate in the nursing report and collaborate with nurses and administrative staff to ensure the safety and health of supported individuals.
• Assist with transporting individuals to and from appointments, activities, and social programs, both within and outside the center.
• Fax orders to the pharmacy and completed lab results to appropriate doctors.
• Assist in ordering OTC stock and supplies, scheduling appointments, and maintaining organized filing systems.
• Maintain confidentiality of all care-related information to ensure the rights and privacy of individuals supported.
• Deliver nursing care with respect to individual privacy and dignity.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications :

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

RHA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, prohibits discrimination based on the following protected categories : race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex / gender, marital status, civil status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or disability.

Pre-employment screening : Complete criminal background, Name checked in the registries, Drug testing, Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements, Proof of employment history or references (if required), Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees : Payactiv : early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked, before payday! Employee perks and discount program : to help you save money! Paid Time Off (full-time employees only) Health / Insurance (full-time employees only) 401(k) retirement savings program Wellbeing Programs : Physical, Emotional and Financial Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees) Training : Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA : At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and / or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.