Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Wadsworth Glen Health Care and Rehabilitation Center•Middletown, CT
•Onsite
About The Position
Wadsworth Glen Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Middletown is hiring CNAs! Full-time and part-time openings on all shifts, including every-other-weekend rotations. Evenings, overnights, and weekends have shift differentials. Wadsworth Glen is a 102-bed skilled nursing facility. As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), the primary purpose of your job position is to provide your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with our established nursing care procedures, and as may be directed by the licensed staff nurse.
Requirements
- Must possess an active and unencumbered CNA license in Connecticut.
- Must have knowledge of restorative nursing and rehabilitation policies and utilize appropriately.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
- Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
- Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.
Nice To Haves
- CPR certification preferred, but not necessary.
- New graduates welcome!
Responsibilities
- Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.
- Participate in planning and following current resident care plan on all residents under his/her care.
- Complete resident assignments effectively and promptly.
- Observe changes in resident conditions and promptly report them.
- Document accurately and completely.
- Meet personal grooming needs for each resident.
- Promptly answer call lights and assure that all are placed within reach of the resident.
- Assure the resident care areas are left clean and in an orderly manner.
- Maintain that all residents are appropriately identified (i.e., I.D. bracelets, etc.).
- Demonstrate correct safety techniques in accord with orientation and training processes of Athena and your specific job description.
- Other duties assigned by manager.
Benefits
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
- Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program Available for Eligible Team Members
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
