Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Life Care Center of Punta Gorda•Punta Gorda, FL

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides routine daily nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The CNA delivers direct care, including bathing, feeding, grooming, and toileting, as directed, and works as an important member of the interdisciplinary team to support patients and their families. The employer is affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, a privately owned healthcare organization with more than 200 locations across the United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of a state-approved CNA program.
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state, and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Ability to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.

Nice To Haves

One year of skilled nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide routine daily nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Deliver direct patient care, including bathing, feeding, grooming, and toileting, as directed.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.