Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Signature HealthCARE, LLC•Carrollton, KY

About The Position

Signature HealthCARE of Carrollton Rehab & Wellness Center is a 78-bed facility providing services from short-term rehabilitation to traditional long-term care. The Certified Nursing Assistant performs direct resident care under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel and helps maintain a compassionate physical and psychosocial environment in accordance with facility policies and procedures. The role provides activities of daily living within the scope of state regulations and each resident’s plan of care, while supporting resident rights and choices. This position offers 8-hour shifts from 3 PM to 11 PM, with rotating weekends. The stated salary is up to USD $24.40 per hour.

Requirements

Hold current, active Nursing Assistant certification from the state in which the facility operates.
Have effective verbal and written communication skills.
Be able to work collaboratively within a nursing team and under the direction of licensed nursing staff.
Be customer service oriented and able to work well under pressure.
Be approachable, flexible, and adaptable to change.
Be able to function independently and demonstrate flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders and vendors.

Responsibilities

Perform direct resident care duties under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel.
Help promote a compassionate physical and psychosocial environment for residents in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
Provide activities of daily living within the scope of practice defined by state regulation and the resident’s plan of care.
Change bed linen and regularly maintain appropriate grooming supplies in resident rooms.
Ambulate and transfer residents using appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics.
Record resident vital signs, weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other assigned information.
Routinely turn and position residents as necessary.
Recognize and support resident rights and choices within the care environment.
Maintain established housekeeping standards within assigned duty areas.
Promptly answer call lights and assist with resident needs.
Assist in orienting and training other staff as requested.
Perform other special projects and duties as assigned.