Certified Nursing Assistant 117/ PT

River City Nursing & Rehab Center•Jacksonville, FL

12d

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide direct care to residents, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with facility policies and procedures and report resident needs and concerns to a licensed nurse.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent is required.
Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable.
Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in good standing is required.
Candidates are required to attain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days after hire.
State background check standards must be maintained as a condition of continued employment in accordance with Florida Statutes Chapters 435 and 408.809 and Florida Administrative Code 59A-35.090.
Knowledge of therapy methods and procedures.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Oral and written communication skills
Problem solving skills
Skills to observe resident condition
Must display positive attitude and concern for others
Must be stress tolerant, self-motivated, cooperative, team-orients, and dependable.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

Provides for resident’s personal hygiene and daily living. This may include providing and clearing bedpans and urinals, providing baths, backrubs, shampoos and shaves, and assisting residents with showers.
Assists with meals and feeds residents.
Ambulates, turns, and positions residents.
Provides hydration and nourishment between meals.
Checks vital signs and weight, specimen collection, and post-mortem care.
Works effectively as a team member in the delivery of care and assists in the orientation of new employees.
Maintains good working relations with nursing unit staff and other facility employees through appropriate communication.
Instills confidence in residents by maintaining a neat appearance and performing duties in a competent and caring manner.
Reports observations of residents to the nurse caring for the patient to ensure professional assessment.
Maintains resident records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents.
Assures resident safety through strict adherence to protocols, policies, and procedures, open communication with residents, supervisors, and coworkers, and careful observation of residents, equipment, and environmental conditions.
With specialized training and written approval, may perform additional and specialized tasks pertinent to the assigned area.
Performs other duties as assigned.