Certified Nurse Assistant - Full-Time - (7p-7a)

National Church Residences•Columbus, OH

21h

About The Position

The Certified Nurse Assistant provides direct care to residents in accordance with organizational policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, reporting to the Charge Nurse. The role assists residents with activities of daily living and supports them in maintaining or reaching their highest level of function. The assistant reports resident needs and concerns to the supervisor on duty. The position includes assisting with personal care, mobility, restorative care, meals, resident living areas, documentation, and assigned nursing tasks. The assistant protects resident rights and confidentiality, follows safety and infection-control procedures, communicates professionally with residents, families, coworkers, and visitors, and completes required annual education. The role works under general supervision and may encounter noise, odors, illness, infection, and physical contact with disruptive residents.

Requirements

Current Ohio State Tested Nurse Aide license for Ohio positions, or current Florida Certified Nursing Assistant license for Florida positions.
Good communication, comprehension, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and the World Wide Web.
Adherence to organizational policies, procedures, the Code of Conduct, applicable laws and regulations, and resident-rights requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED, or currently enrolled in a program to achieve this education.
Two to four years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct resident care and assistance with activities of daily living, including lifting, turning, positioning, transporting, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and grooming.
Respond to call lights in a timely and professional manner.
Provide restorative care, including range of motion, ambulation, and bowel and bladder training.
Communicate professionally and effectively, follow written and verbal directions, and report changes in residents’ physical or mental conditions promptly.
Assist nurses with assigned tasks, including measuring and recording vital signs and gathering weights, measurements, and other resident documentation.
Make beds, clean closets, organize and maintain resident living areas, and assist with new admissions and training or orientation of new staff as assigned.
Respect and support resident rights, report complaints and allegations of abuse or misappropriation to the appropriate supervisor, and maintain confidentiality.
Document resident information accurately, promptly, and confidentially in the electronic medical record system.
Follow safety and compliance policies, use equipment properly, and report equipment needs or repairs.
Follow universal precautions and infection-control protocols, including using protective equipment.
Prepare residents for meals, serve food, assist with eating and after-meal care, pass snacks and fresh water or ice, record food and fluid intake, and report changes in eating habits.
Maintain resident room cleanliness, including daily, deep, and discharge cleaning as required.
Engage residents in activities of interest and provide restorative nursing programs needed to maintain activities of daily living.
Maintain a positive and professional manner, manage time effectively, serve as a role model, collaborate with the team, and participate in policy creation and problem-solving as appropriate.
Complete annual education requirements, including compliance, privacy, security, and HIPAA training.
Perform other duties as assigned.