CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare Corp•Shelton, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant performs basic nursing care procedures for residents or patients. Care is provided according to each person’s treatment plan, age, needs, abilities, and psychosocial profile, while demonstrating dignity, respect, compassion, coordination, and personalization of care. The position works as part of a care team and follows facility policies, infection-control practices, and safe equipment-use standards.

Requirements

State of Connecticut CNA certification, or certification within 120 days of completion of a CNA certification course.
Ability to interact professionally with coworkers, prioritize tasks, and function as a team member.
Ability to speak and read English to communicate with patients, residents, and clinical staff.
Provide person-centered care that demonstrates dignity, respect, compassion, coordinated care, and personalized support and treatment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Six months to one year of experience as a CNA preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic nursing care procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.
Follow residents’ or patients’ treatment plans, assisting with meals and nourishment, transfers using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices, ambulation, bathing, toileting, dressing, and grooming.
Observe residents’ or patients’ conditions and communicate pertinent information to appropriate facility staff.
Take and record pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and weight as needed.
Accurately and promptly document care and observations on worksheets and in the EMR.
Maintain cooperative relationships and support coworkers to promote efficient care-team operations.
Adhere to infection-control practices.
Support residents’ psychosocial needs as outlined in their plans of care and profiles.
Participate in educational and in-service meetings, attend mandatory programs, and complete at least 12 hours of continuing education each year.
Use equipment appropriately and safely, and follow the standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
Follow facility policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as required.