Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Part -Time EOW (58670)

Simpson•London Grove Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 150 years, Simpson has met the changing needs and desires of Philadelphia area seniors from diverse backgrounds. Simpson is a not-for-profit family of services including Simpson House, Simpson Meadows, Jenner’s Pond, Simpson Gardens I & II, Simpson Midtown, and Simpson Home Care. They provide residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, and activity programs. Employees are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness and the company is committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by its employees. Simpson is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their team. The career of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in skilled nursing involves providing direct, compassionate, high-quality care to patients in a long-term care skilled nursing or rehabilitation facility.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent (ie: GED)
Successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
Nursing Assistant Certification issued by PA Department of Health
Minimum 1 Year experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant
Patient Care: skilled in providing direct care to patients, including assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, and assisting with mobility.
Communication: effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare providers; able to communicate clearly and professionally and document patient care accurately.
Compassion: able to provide physical and emotional support with compassion and empathy, including listening to patients, providing emotional support, and addressing patient concerns and fears.
Teamwork: able to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers, including nurses, therapists, and physicians, to provide the best possible care for patients.
Safety and Infection Control: knowledgeable about safety and infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and proper disposal of medical waste.
Record-Keeping: accurate record-keeping and ability to document patient care accurately and in a timely manner.
Professionalism: always maintain a professional demeanor, including following facility policies and procedures, respecting patient privacy, and maintaining appropriate boundaries with patients and their families.
Time Management: able to manage time effectively to ensure that all patient care needs are met, including prioritizing tasks, organizing workloads, and managing time efficiently.
Continuous Learning: committed to continuous learning and professional development, including staying up to date on industry trends and best practices and seeking out opportunities for continuing education and training.

Nice To Haves

CPR Certification (Preferred)
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
AED Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Abides by and adhere to sanitary conditions at all times using universal precautions – frequent hand washing, wearing appropriate gloves, etc.
Maintains uniform in a clean sanitary condition following guidelines of Simpson dress code policy.
Always follow Resident Right’s.
Answer Resident call bells promptly and efficiently.
Maintain Residents room is clean and orderly.
Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): CNAs in skilled nursing facilities help patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and other daily activities as needed.
Monitoring Vital Signs: CNAs check and record patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate.
Assisting with Mobility: CNAs help patients move around the facility safely, using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids as needed.
Assisting with Rehabilitation: CNAs may work with physical or occupational therapists to help patients with exercises or other rehabilitation activities.
Documenting Patient Care: CNAs are responsible for documenting patient care accurately and in a timely manner, including vital signs, daily care activities, and any changes in patient condition.
Providing Emotional Support: CNAs offer emotional support to patients and their families, including listening to concerns and providing reassurance.
Maintaining a Safe and Clean Environment: CNAs help maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, including ensuring that rooms are clean and free from hazards.
Following Facility Policies and Procedures: CNAs follow facility policies and procedures to ensure that patient care is consistent and high-quality.
Communicating with Other Healthcare Providers: CNAs work closely with other healthcare providers, including nurses, physicians, and therapists, to ensure that patients receive the best possible care.
Provide appropriate post-mortem care.
Enforce proper safety precautions with oxygen therapy
Participating in Professional Development: CNAs are committed to continuous learning and professional development, seeking out opportunities for training and continuing education to improve their skills and knowledge.
Utilize Relias Training online to update skills and continuing education in accordance with state regulation each calendar year.
Other duties as assigned.