Certified Nursing Assistant - FlexStaff
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant provides patients with assistance with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, meals, and feeding as needed. The role supports the healthcare team’s physical and psychological assessment of patients by measuring and recording vital signs and other relevant information, collecting specimens, and reporting observed changes or concerns to the registered professional nurse. The CNA performs Grade I decubitus care and preventive skin care, provides constant observation for patients who require increased security, and contributes to patient safety. The position also involves responding to call bells and emergencies, recognizing and reporting unsafe conditions, transporting and positioning patients appropriately, and functioning as an integral member of the nursing team under the direction of a nursing supervisor or designee.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant Program.
- Certification by the New York State Department of Health and maintenance of standing in the State Nurse Assistant Registry.
- At least one year of direct patient care experience in a hospital, rehabilitation, or sub-acute facility.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively.
Nice To Haves
- Heart Saver Certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, oral and personal hygiene, meal preparation, and feeding as needed.
- Assist with physical and psychological patient assessments; measure and record temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height, weight, intake/output, and bowel movements as appropriate.
- Collect required specimens, including urine, feces, and sputum.
- Report observable changes in patient condition, treatment results, and patient or family concerns to the registered professional nurse.
- Perform Grade I decubitus care and preventive skin care, including turning, positioning, heel evaluation, warm or cold compresses, and skin cream application according to facility procedures.
- Provide constant observation for patients who require increased security to prevent harmful behavior.
- Support patient safety by promptly responding to call bells and emergency lights, correcting or reporting unsafe acts or conditions, using safety equipment appropriately, transporting patients, and responding to emergencies and drills.
- Report to the nursing supervisor or designee, accept assignments, seek clarification as needed, carry out assignments, and regularly report patient care observations and findings to the RN.
- Participate as an integral part of the nursing team and perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
