CNA PM Shift Full-Time
About The Position
San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Full-Time CNA to join our PM shift team. As a premier 99-bed skilled nursing facility in Bakersfield—conveniently located across from the city’s largest hospital—we provide 24-hour personal and clinical care to a diverse resident population. We are proud to be the first facility in Kern County to implement Non-Invasive Ventilator Programs and continue to lead with innovation, integrity, and compassionate care. If you are committed to making a difference and want to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides routine daily nursing care and services to assigned residents in accordance with each resident’s assessment, individualized care plan, and direction from licensed nursing staff.
Requirements
- Minimum 10th grade education required.
- Current, active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the State of California.
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Basic math skills for documentation purposes.
- Ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repositioning residents.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and assist with heavier transfers as part of a team.
- Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations, including assisting with evacuation if necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
- CPR certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct resident care including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and oral hygiene.
- Assist residents with ambulation, transfers, repositioning, and mobility needs.
- Measure and record vital signs (TPRs), weights, and intake/output as directed.
- Promptly answer call lights and ensure residents’ needs are met.
- Assist residents during meals and document food and fluid intake.
- Observe and report changes in residents’ physical, emotional, or behavioral condition to the Charge Nurse.
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Maintain clean and organized resident rooms and ensure residents remain comfortable and dry.
- Follow infection control, bloodborne pathogen, and safety protocols.
- Accurately complete documentation and charting in accordance with facility policies.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of resident information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Immediately report accidents, incidents, injuries, abuse allegations, or safety concerns.
- Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed.
- Follow all policies and procedures and complete assigned duties as directed by supervisors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
