Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Elevation Healthcare, LLC•Griffin, GA
•$0 - $18•Onsite
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct, hands-on care to residents under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. This role assists residents with activities of daily living, supports mobility, observes and reports changes in condition, and helps maintain a safe, clean, respectful, and resident-centered environment in the skilled nursing facility.
Requirements
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing as required by state regulations.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
- Basic knowledge of resident care techniques, infection control, body mechanics, and safety practices.
- Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care with respect for resident dignity, rights, and independence.
Nice To Haves
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification recommended.
- Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or healthcare preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, hydration, and personal hygiene.
- Assist with transfers, repositioning, turning, ambulation, mobility, and use of assistive devices according to care plans and safety expectations.
- Measure and record vital signs, intake and output, weights, and other resident information as assigned.
- Provide basic skin care and assist with preventive measures to reduce the risk of pressure injuries.
- Observe residents for changes in physical condition, mood, behavior, appetite, pain, safety, or functional ability and report concerns promptly to licensed nursing staff.
- Respond promptly and courteously to call lights, alarms, and resident requests.
- Communicate resident needs, concerns, behaviors, or complaints to nursing staff in a timely manner.
- Document care provided accurately and timely according to facility policy and applicable requirements.
- Uphold resident rights by respecting privacy, dignity, cultural preferences, personal choices, and confidentiality.
- Maintain clean, safe, and orderly resident rooms, care areas, and equipment.
- Follow infection control procedures, standard precautions, and facility safety protocols.
- Work cooperatively with nursing, therapy, dietary, housekeeping, activities, and other team members.
- Participate in required training, meetings, and in-service programs.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
