Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A)

Bridgewell • Dracut, MA

2d

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides quality support to individuals with developmental and psychiatric disabilities. The role assists individuals with activities of daily living, personal care, health-related needs, community access, and other supports in accordance with individual care requirements and applicable standards. The CNA documents progress, participates in service planning, administers medications under MAP regulations, and maintains required training certifications. The position is scheduled for 20 hours per week: Sunday 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. and Saturday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• At least one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities.
• Successful completion of a Massachusetts-approved Nursing Assistant Certification course or other education meeting state certification requirements.
• Current Massachusetts Nursing Assistant Certification and maintenance of active certified status; a bachelor's degree may be substituted for a CNA based on experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and one year of driving experience.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs frequently, and drive a vehicle.
• Normal range of eyesight and hearing, with or without corrective lenses or equipment.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinence care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, communication, and other care needs.
• Provide care such as checking vital signs and weight and applying creams or ointments.
• Maintain individuals’ comfort, privacy, and dignity while delivering services.
• Observe residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report changes to the Program Director.
• Provide services in accordance with DDS, CARF, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Support individuals with medical, clinical, and financial needs by identifying needs and securing appropriate services.
• Transport individuals to and from medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program as needed.
• Maintain daily and monthly progress notes according to DDS and applicable regulatory standards.
• Write annual assessments on individual goals outlined in the Individual Service Plan (ISP) and participate in ISP and other relevant meetings.
• Assist individuals in accessing community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations.
• Maintain core training certifications, including CPR/FA, OSHA, CPI, PABC if applicable, and MAP.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee’s birthday.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities across more than one hundred programs.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED