Free CNA Class/Training - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Ecumen•Detroit Lakes, MN

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant, CNA-Student provides supervised personal care and designated health-related services while completing CNA training to become certified. Working under professional nurses and following individualized client care plans and HIPAA guidelines, the student is guided by LPNs and RNs and gains experience in community-based, non-hospital care. The targeted pay is $19.09 per hour while working as a CNA Student; actual new-hire pay may depend on experience, qualifications, certifications, licenses, and education. Training includes remote, self-paced computer learning and required in-person orientation and training commitments. The position requires successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program within four months of entering the role. Benefits are based on regularly scheduled hours and include paid Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well-being resources.

Requirements

Successfully complete a Certified Nursing Assistant program within four months of entering the position.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Follow facility safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including those concerning vulnerable adults and abuse, HIPAA, residents’ rights, universal precautions, AWAIR, OSHA, right-to-know requirements, SDS, ADA, HUD policies and procedures, and fair housing laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Assist with treatments and activities of daily living as delegated by the Clinical Director and specified in individualized care plans, including dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, ambulation, and transferring.
Assist with morning and bedtime care, including oral care as needed.
Provide incontinence care and assist residents with assistive devices, glasses, and hearing aids.
Provide physical care according to established procedures and performance standards.
Monitor vital signs and provide range-of-motion exercises in a way that encourages independence and dignity.
Assist residents with adaptive equipment.
Respond appropriately to safety hazards, call lights, requests, and reassignment of duties.
Report changes in residents’ physical condition, behavior, and level of independent functioning to the nurse.
Assist with admissions and discharges.
Report pertinent information and concerns regarding residents, families, staff, visitors, and building operations to appropriate personnel.
Complete required documentation accurately.
Work effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment and support community employees as directed by the Clinical Director or Registered Nurse.
Perform other duties as assigned.