Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Mental Health Unit (Night Shift)
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Mental Health Unit position is a full-time role on the night shift. The CNA performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This includes assisting patients with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, and eating. The role also involves collecting non-invasive body fluid specimens, gathering vital signs (but not administering IV fluids), and assisting physicians and nursing staff with procedures. Documentation of patient interactions is also a key part of the role. The position relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and involves performing a variety of tasks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification from an accredited nursing assistant program required
- SRNA License to practice in the state of Kentucky
- Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with patient, guest, physicians, and other employees
Responsibilities
- Performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
- Assists patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating
- Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs but does not start or administer intravenous fluids
- Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed
- Documents patient interactions as needed
- Performs a variety of tasks
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Student Loan Debt Relief
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
