Chester Nursing Center: Certified Nursing Assistant
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) works under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The CNA performs multi-skilled duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the patient. Assists nursing team with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients. Assists patients with personal hygiene, dressing, walking. Changes bed linens and assists with patient transportation to tests and procedures. May serve and collect food trays and provide patients with between-meal nourishment. May record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse.
Requirements
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required
Responsibilities
- Assist patients in their move toward independence by setting realistic goals and treatment plans.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and often coordinate patient care and team activities.
- Performs multi-skilled duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the patient.
- Assists nursing team with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients.
- Assists patients with personal hygiene, dressing, walking.
- Changes bed linens and assists with patient transportation to tests and procedures.
- May serve and collect food trays and provide patients with between-meal nourishment.
- May record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
