Certified Nurse Aide / CNA

Friendship Retirement Community • Salem, VA

89d • Onsite

About The Position

Friendship is seeking Nurse Aides to join our growing team in both Roanoke and Salem, VA. Our Certified Nurse Aides provide quality nursing care to residents; implements specific procedures and programs designated by facility processes. We are a leading long-term care, rehabilitation, and assisted living community, offering a supportive work environment, excellent staffing ratios, and opportunities for growth.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Nurse Aide, in accordance with the laws of the state
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift/move 50+ lbs routinely

Nice To Haves

• BLS preferred
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with resident admissions, transfers and discharges as instructed by licensed nurse
• Assist resident with daily personal care, bath and bathroom functions
• Maintain records of resident care and condition
• Assist resident with walking, repositioning, sitting, standing, with or without the use of medical equipment and toileting
• Measure and record vital signs, height and weight as required
• Comply with all requirements set forth in individual resident care plans utilizing the kardex for guidance
• Report any injuries, skin conditions or other changes to residents’ condition or behavior to supervisor immediately
• Prepare, serve and provide feeding assistance as necessary to include but not limited to set-up
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status
• Ensure resident has adequate supplies and that Orbitz is utilized appropriately for tracking/charging purposes

Benefits

• FT Sign-On Bonus
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Coverage: additional life, accident, critical illness, short-term disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED