PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Advanced Health Care of Henderson•Las Vegas, NV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will provide direct care and support to residents, assist with activities of daily living, promote residents’ independence, and help ensure their comfort and well-being. The role is PRN, with multiple shifts available, including weekdays, weekends, and NOC shifts, in 8-hour shifts. You will work under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in a medical setting, providing resident-centered care and supporting residents’ physical, social, and emotional needs. The position also involves accurate documentation, participation in care planning and training, and collaboration with the care team.

Requirements

Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) or State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) in the state of employment.
At least 1 year of prior experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar medical setting.
Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
Commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care delivered with empathy and compassion.
Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of interventions.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, stretch, and twist.
Stamina to stand and move throughout the facility for frequent rounds and responses to emergent situations.
Emotional resilience and ability to cope with the physical and emotional demands of caring for residents with complex healthcare needs.
Ability to safely lift and transfer residents using proper body mechanics and assistance as needed.
Close, distance, and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality according to the schedule designated by the department supervisor or manager.
Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Ability to use abdominal and lower-back muscles repeatedly or continuously over time to support the body without fatiguing.
Ability to keep the hand and arm steady while moving or holding them in one position.
Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Responsibilities

Provide direct resident care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
Assist residents with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting and positioning techniques to ensure safety and comfort.
Monitor residents’ vital signs, intake, and output, and report changes or concerns to the nursing team.
Assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges, including orienting new residents and helping them settle into their rooms.
Support social and recreational activities by engaging residents, escorting them to group activities, and providing companionship.
Maintain clean and organized resident living spaces, including making beds and tidying rooms, while meeting cleanliness and infection-control standards.
Assist with dining services, including meal setup, feeding assistance, and recording food and fluid intake as directed.
Document care and resident observations accurately and promptly in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
Participate in educational opportunities and training to maintain CNA verification and develop skills and knowledge in geriatric care.
Assist new CNA team members with training and familiarization with facility policies, procedures, and layout.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to resident care planning and goal setting.
Promote a positive and supportive work environment through professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.
Perform other assigned duties.