Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
About The Position
Join Philip Health Services as a Full-Time Certified Nursing Assistant in Philip, SD. This onsite position allows you to engage directly with patients while benefiting from a supportive and dynamic work environment. At a competitive pay rate of $19.25/hour, you can contribute to the health and well-being of your community in a role that values compassion and professionalism. Embrace the opportunity to learn and grow within a fun and forward-thinking organization. Your day to day as a Certified Nursing Assistant As a Full-Time Certified Nursing Assistant at Philip Health Services, you play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of our residents every day. Your primary responsibilities include providing essential care by assisting residents with daily activities, such as eating and personal hygiene. You will take vital signs and monitor patients' health, ensuring their well-being. Beyond physical care, your role emphasizes companionship, offering friendship to the elderly and frail, creating a nurturing environment. Additionally, you will accurately chart electronic medical records, serving as the vital link between residents and nurses. In this position, you will not only facilitate comprehensive care but also demonstrate compassion, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.
Requirements
- Strong communication skills are crucial for relaying accurate information and addressing each resident's unique needs.
- Compassion and empathy enable you to offer the constant attention and care that greatly benefits your residents.
- Patience is also vital, as working with distressed individuals can be emotionally and physically demanding.
- Attention to detail is necessary, allowing you to monitor residents effectively and identify any signs of distress or discomfort promptly.
- Flexibility is equally important; as a CNA, you will encounter diverse situations each day, some smooth and others more challenging.
- Communication- Need strong communication skills to relay accurate information and meet each resident's unique needs.
- Compassion and empathy- These are vital and allow you to provide constant attention and care that benefits your residents.
- Patience- Working with distressed residents can be emotionally and physically demanding.
- Attention to detail- CNAs are responsible for monitoring residents and should be the first to see when resident is in distress uncomfortable or worsening.
- Flexibility- For a CNA every day is different- some days are smooth while others can be demanding.
Nice To Haves
- If you find joy and fulfillment in supporting the elderly and frail, this rewarding career path could be the perfect fit for you.
- If you find joy and satisfaction in helping the elderly and frail, becoming a CNA is the right career choice.
Responsibilities
- Assisting residents with daily activities, such as eating and personal hygiene.
- Taking vital signs and monitoring patients' health.
- Offering companionship and friendship to the elderly and frail.
- Accurately charting electronic medical records.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Discounts
- Paid on the job training
- Assistance with continued education
- Recruitment Bonus of $5000 offered
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
