Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Private Duty

PruittHealth • Jasper, GA

6h

About The Position

PruittHealth’s Personal Care Services division, PH Family First, is piloting services in the metro Atlanta market and seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to assist patients and caregivers with personal hygiene and other personal care needs, improving patient comfort. The role provides private-duty care and is available full-time, part-time, or PRN.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active, current, unrestricted CNA certification in the state of practice.
• One year of experience working with adults in a healthcare setting.
• Current registration in the State Nurse Aide Registry as a Certified Nurse Aide.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
• Attend at least 12 hours of annual in-service education and provide documentation to the agency.
• Communicate effectively with patients and family members, maintain a warm and approachable manner, and respond to concerns helpfully and professionally.
• Respond productively to change and handle additional projects as assigned.
• Ability to use the Matrix Care documenting system after receiving training.

Responsibilities

• Provide comfort care while protecting patients’ dignity and privacy.
• Obtain vital signs for assigned patients.
• Follow procedures for medical emergencies and other incidents that affect service delivery.
• Report patient progress and problems to supervisory personnel.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition, including skin integrity.
• Provide companionship, shopping and errands, meal preparation, housekeeping, appointment scheduling, medication reminders, and related services.
• Assist patients with transfers, ambulation, and exercise.
• Provide personal hygiene, including bathing, shaving, oral hygiene, skin care, dressing, toileting, and hair care.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients.
• Coordinate care with the agency RN Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate and current visit records.
• Attend team meetings, staff development, in-services, training, and continuing education programs.
• Participate in agency surveys and complete subsequently required reports.
• Maintain current license or certification as required.
• Honor patient rights and comply with the corporate compliance program.
• Report job-related occupational hazards, including exposure to blood and body fluids, as necessary.
• Follow safety regulations and procedures, including fire protection and prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, and safe equipment use.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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