ASON Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) - Department 309

Bridgewell • Dracut, MA

4d • $17 - $17

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides quality support to individuals with developmental and psychiatric disabilities. The position is scheduled Thursday through Saturday, 11:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., for 30 hours per week. The CNA supports people with activities of daily living and care needs, monitors and reports changes in condition or behavior, provides services in accordance with applicable standards, and helps individuals access medical, clinical, financial, and community resources. The role also includes documentation, participation in Individual Service Plan activities, medication administration under MAP regulations, and maintaining required training certifications.

Requirements

• High school graduation and at least 1 year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities.
• Successful completion of a Massachusetts-approved Nursing Assistant Certification course or other education meeting state certification requirements.
• Current Massachusetts Nursing Assistant Certification and maintenance of active certified status. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for a CNA based on experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and one year of driving experience.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequently climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 pounds, and driving a vehicle.
• Normal range of eyesight and hearing, with or without corrective lenses or equipment.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with activities of daily living, including grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, and communication, in accordance with their care requirements.
• Provide care such as checking vital signs and weight and applying creams or ointments.
• Maintain individuals’ comfort, privacy, and dignity while delivering services.
• Observe residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report changes to the Program Director.
• Provide services in accordance with DDS, CARF, and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Assist individuals with medical, clinical, and financial needs by identifying needs and securing appropriate services.
• Transport individuals to and from medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program as needed.
• Maintain daily and monthly progress notes according to DDS and applicable regulatory standards.
• Write annual assessments on individual goals in the Individual Service Plan and participate in ISP and other relevant meetings.
• Assist individuals in accessing community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations.
• Maintain core training certifications, including CPR/FA, OSHA, CPI, PABC if applicable, and MAP.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee’s birthday off.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED