Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - No Weekends

JKV Careers•Lee's Summit, MO

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct care to residents or customers, follows established facility and department policies and procedures, and supports the Village’s mission, values, and service and hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. The associate completes training hours as required by policy and performs assigned responsibilities as business needs warrant. This part-time role is scheduled every Tuesday and Thursday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is for external applicants only and has no weekend work. The associate works under the supervision of the on-duty or on-call nurse or designated Manager and does not supervise others. Working conditions include frequent indoor environmental conditions, exposure to infectious diseases, and interaction with individuals with challenged mental capacities. Driving between locations may be required. Home Health CNAs may encounter outdoor elements when accessing a patient’s residence; associates may also occasionally encounter outdoor elements while transporting residents or carrying garbage. Associates may be asked to assist other departments in a declared emergency. The position has substantial physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling, reaching, bending, sitting, standing, and walking.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or a combination of education, training, and/or experience typically acquired through a course of study leading to one.
Missouri CNA certification if working in Missouri; Kansas CNA and Home Health aide certification if working in Kansas.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft operating system and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write simple sentences, paragraphs, and correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other associates.
Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few typical variations in routine, standard situations.
Ability to handle stress and get along with coworkers and customers.
Ability to meet the physical demands described for the role, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care and assist residents or customers with activities of daily living and other duties within the scope of practice, as directed.
Accurately and promptly check and record temperatures, pulses, respirations, and blood pressures.
Weigh residents or customers and record their weights.
Ensure residents or customers are clean, dry, and comfortable.
Report resident or customer information promptly to the supervising nurse or manager.
Record information promptly and accurately on the appropriate charting forms.
Complete required documentation of nursing care accurately and promptly to meet state and Village requirements.
Perform custodial, housekeeping, food service, and wheelchair escort duties as necessary.
Assist residents or customers with eating when necessary.
Initiate and participate in case conferences related to resident or customer goals and care.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, and standards, and adhere to safety regulations and requirements.
Complete required training hours.
Drive between locations when necessary for services provided through the department.
Assist other departments in a declared emergency when called upon.