Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A.)

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management•Grand Junction, CO

11d•$18 - $25

About The Position

The Center at Foresight is looking to hire C.N.A.s Now! Provide each patient with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors. The Center at Foresight is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patient’s transition to their highest functional level. With state-of-the-art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care. Why Join Our Team? We offer beautiful, new, state of the art facilities Physician driven care plans designed to maximize the quality of care We offer an environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideas Tuition Reimbursement Programs may be available for qualified candidates Excellent pay PTO 401k matching Medical, dental, vision, along with the other ancillary benefits

Requirements

Must possess a current and valid C.N.A. license.
Must possess a current and valid CPR certification.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to tactfully work with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must be knowledgeable of HIPAA compliance and requirements and have the ability to maintain highly confidential information.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

1 years’ experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate in and receive the nursing report upon reporting for duty.
Follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.
Assist patients with daily dental and mouth care (i.e., brushing teeth/dentures, oral hygiene, special mouth care, etc.).
Assist residents with ADLs
Change bed linens
Make beds (occupied and unoccupied).
Assist patient with bowel and bladder functions (i.e., take to bathroom, offer bedpan/urinal, portable commode, etc.).
Maintain intake and output records as instructed.
Assist patients in preparing for medical tests (i.e., lab work, x-ray, therapy, dental, etc.).
Assist patients in preparing for activity and social programs (i.e., church services, parties, visitors, etc.).
Assist in transporting patients to/from appointments, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary.
Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts etc.
Change dressings, bandages, binders, etc., as instructed.
Provide eye and ear care (i.e., warm/cold compresses, eye/ear instillation, cleaning eyeglasses/hearing aids, etc.) as instructed.
Perform vitals.
Answer resident calls promptly.
Check each patient routinely to ensure that his/her personal care needs are being met in accordance with his/her wishes.
Assist with meals.
Report injuries of an unknown source, including skin tears.