Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

The Oxford Rehabilitation & Health Care Center•Haverhill, MA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oxford Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Haverhill is hiring full-time and part-time CNAs! Weekly pay! $21 to $26 an hour, depending on the shift. Evenings, overnights, and weekends have shift differentials. 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 Massachusetts or be in the process of obtaining one.
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.
High school diploma or its equivalent preferred.
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.