Certified Nursing Assistant - FT - Evening Shift

HOURLY RANGE : $19.41 - $25.59

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : The work involves performing routine and semi-skilled tasks

in the overall care of the physically ill, physically disabled and mentally incapacitated residents and patients at the

Long-Term Care Facility of the Erie County Medical Center Corporation. The activities performed support the daily

functions and operations of an assigned unit or area. Work is performed under the direct supervision of professional

or para-professional nursing staff in accordance with the policies and regulations of local, State and Federal

authorities as well as accepted standards of practice. Supervision is not a function of this position. Does related work

as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES :

Performs or assists patients and residents in performing personal hygiene tasks, assists with dressing, giving

• treatments or other care activities;
• Turns and positions patients and residents; assists in transferring, ambulating and transporting;
• Passes and empties bed pans and urinals and provides proper care for incontinent patients and residents;

Assists in feeding including passing and collecting trays and nourishments, setting up meals and adaptive eating

Provides therapeutic assistance such as range of motion exercises, assists with occupational and physical therapy

Assures patients' and residents' room is clean, neat and safe, ensures proper labeling and storage of clothing and

personal items and launders personal clothing.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS :

Working knowledge of the techniques involved in feeding, bathing and caring for the ill or infirm; working

working knowledge of first aid; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to read and

understand English; ability to create a cheerful and optimistic attitude in residents and patients; ability to get along

well with others and work as a team member; ability to perform light housekeeping and cleaning tasks; willingness to

perform unpleasant tasks; dependability; patience; empathy; capable of performing the essential functions of the

position with or without reasonable accommodation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Possession of a Certified Nursing Assistant Certification to practice in New York State at time of appointment and

maintenance throughout duration of appointment

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