Cna-4

Oakwood Care and Rehabilitation•Lakewood, CO

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to nursing staff and deliver high-quality, personalized care to individuals across various healthcare settings. Your energy, empathy, and professionalism will help create a safe, comfortable environment for patients of all ages and needs. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to the well-being of our community. We are committed to providing an excellent clinical experience for our patients and an amazing work environment for our employees. Join a team that works together to ensure our patients receive the best care possible. We are looking for passionate, dedicated, and caring individuals that are ready to jump in and be a part of the industry change. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming applicant from all backgrounds and walks of life. Our company mission is to strive every day to be the skilled nursing facility of choice in our community. Our facility’s successes depend upon our highly motivated team working to improve the daily lives of our residents and driven to provide extraordinary service by creating a team that is dedicated to upholding our facility’s mission. You’ll meet a team of innovators—Nurses, Therapists and other Clinicians, all professionals at the tops of their games, genuinely committed, remarkably caring and wholeheartedly compassionate. This feeling of Family and Caring permeates everything we do, and enables us to attract the most outstanding team members our community has to offer.

Requirements

Proven experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in settings such as hospitals (including Level I & II trauma centers), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home care environments.
Critical care experience in ICU or emergency medicine is highly valued.
Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks or PointClickCare.
Experience with specialized populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, behavioral health patients, or those requiring memory or dementia care.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, aseptic techniques, and infection control practices.
Prior exposure to post-acute or sub-acute care settings is advantageous.
Ability to work effectively with people with disabilities or developmental challenges across various healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts.
Monitor and record vital signs accurately, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature.
Patient charting and ensure proper documentation in electronic health records (EHR) system (PointClickCare).
Provide specialized care for patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, including memory care techniques and behavioral health support.
Maintain aseptic techniques during procedures such as catheter care and wound management to prevent infection.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement person-centered care.
Assist with basic life support when required; operate medical equipment safely and effectively.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and uphold the highest standards of patient service and confidentiality.
Support patients with developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs by providing compassionate caregiving tailored to individual requirements.
Document patient information accurately in medical records and ensure seamless communication across care teams.