CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - 67015762

State of Florida•Gainesville, FL

5d•$37,128 - $40,841•Onsite

About The Position

The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) works in partnership with local communities to support people with developmental disabilities in living, learning, and working in their communities. APD provides critical services and support for customers with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. The Agency serves people with spina bifida, autism, Down syndrome, children ages 3-5 at high risk of developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, Prader-Willi syndrome, Phelan-McDermid syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. There is no charge or co-payment for services provided through the Agency. Join APD’s TACACHALE and be part of the team that MAKES A DIFFERENCE – NOT JUST A LIVING, impacting the lives of developmentally disabled adults!

Requirements

A valid Florida Driver’s License. If hired with an out-of-state license a valid Florida State driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days. Corrective Lenses Restricted license are acceptable provided the driver wears the corrective lenses while operating a state vehicle.
Must be willing to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency.
Must be willing to work beyond the normal work schedule to maintain minimum coverage levels and meet the needs of the Agency.
Must maintain certification in Prevention and Safety Strategies, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Direct Care In-Service.
Possession of an active/valid Certified Nursing Assistant License.
Complete all requirements to maintain license to include CEU’s.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to climb, grasp, kneel, push/pull, reach above head, standing, stooping and bend at waist.
Ability to read.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate activities.
Ability to follow behavior support plans.
Ability to implement resident programs.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to read, teach and implement residents’ support plans, formal and informal programs/interventions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to work as a team member.
Ability to operate software programs.
Ability to assist with evacuation of residents during an emergency.
Ability to demonstrate competency in all areas of training, some of which require physical activity such as PASS.
Skills in the use of emergency equipment within the scope of training.
Skills in communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Perform prescribed care and treatment of patients under the direction of professional nursing staff and transportation for all off campus medical appointments.
Perform simple nursing measures. Follow established performance standards and perform duties according to nursing service policies and procedures and observe all facility safety, infection control policy and procedures.
Provide the necessary assistance to residents for daily living nursing care activities. Assist in obtaining urine, blood, and other specimens. Respond to residents’ needs promptly and report concerns and observations to supervisor.
Responsible for transportation and loading and unloading of residents. Responsible for vehicle inspections before the end of their shift. Participate in emergency response on campus including but not limited to driving an emergency vehicle.
Assist medical and nursing personnel during minor surgical procedures, and specialty clinics.
Assist in maintaining and stocking inventory of medical, nursing, and central supplies.
Perform all other related duties as directed by immediate supervisor or designee, including training.