Certified Nursing Assistant ~ Caswell Developmental Center

State of North Carolina

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This Certified Nursing Assistant/Health Care Technician I position within the Facility Infirmary and Medical Unit under the Nursing Department provides direct care to developmentally disabled individuals. As our individuals age, we recognize their needs, and focus on providing services to enhance their quality of life in a caring home-like environment. We provide treatment with dignity and respect, offering choices and options that support individuality. The person in this position will care for adults who are medically fragile and have significant intellectual, developmental & physical disabilities. To be considered for employment the applicant must be in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry and will be required to successfully complete training through our Staff Development department which includes, but is not limited to NCI (North Carolina Intervention), CPR, Body Mechanics and lifting. The CNA/HCT-I position requires frequent lifting and bending. This Certified Nursing Assistant/Health Care Technician I position is located within the Nursing Department and offers two shift options: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

• To be considered for employment the applicant must be in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry
• High School or General Educational Development diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation.
• As applicable, listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• As applicable, North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.

Nice To Haves

• A valid Driver's License.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals, staff and others.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional and even-tempered demeanor and work relationships;
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of the team.
• Ability to learn behavior management and supportive counseling techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate observations and recommendations effectively in written and verbal form.
• Ability to perform vital sign monitoring and provide direct patient care, including Foley catheter, tracheostomy, and G-tube care, as well as assistance with treatments such as applying ointments and managing colostomy bags.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a regular basis (6-8 times daily) and be able to stoop, bend, walk, run short distances (50 yards) and climb stairs without limitations of a permanent nature to provide adequate supervision of the assigned population in the home.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees