Certified Nursing Assistant (802116) MacClenny, FL

Nitelines Usa•MacClenny, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a State of Florida Psychiatric Hospital which operates 24/7, 7 days a week. This state-owned hospital has 613 beds in 19 living areas and provides inpatient psychiatric care for clients committed to the hospital by the state or through the criminal justice system. The hospital accepts adults 18 and older whose needs can’t be met through treatment in a community-based program. The program provides evaluation, assessment, and treatment to clients who are deemed not guilty due to insanity or who are incompetent and can’t proceed with criminal proceedings.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
Must possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant license in Florida.
Must be BLS certified through the American Heart Association.
Must be able to complete full, two-week orientation at time of hire.
Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of position including ability to lift and carry 20 lbs., remain alert while on duty, and work 16-hour shifts on occasion.

Nice To Haves

Nurses will be required to drive state vehicles transporting patients to outside facility doctor appointments and hospitals.
Some may be required to be a "sitter" with the patient during an outside hospital stay.

Responsibilities

Assist with all aspects of resident care as assigned by the nurse/shift supervisor, including activities of daily living, ambulation, mobility, and nutrition.
Observe, identify, and report resident concerns or needs to the shift supervisor.
Document information factually and objectively, within acceptable time frame as defined by facility policy.
Provide safe and supportive observation and effectively monitor assigned residents.
Complete assignments timely, completely, accurately and in a cooperative manner.
Provide the necessary assistance when giving residents the following activities of daily living nursing care: oral hygiene, bathing, dressing, and grooming, hair and nail care, shaving, toileting, eating and drinking, and mobility.
Assist with monitoring and accountability of residents to enable medical personnel to accomplish health related tasks.
Display professionalism throughout employment including, but not limited to, arriving to work on time, maintaining an accurate timesheet, and maintaining professional appearance as defined by facility policy.