CNA/CMA

Vetter Senior Living•Columbus, NE

About The Position

Located in Columbus, Nebraska, Brookestone Acres is designed for seniors needing either short-term rehabilitation or skilled nursing services. At Brookestone Acres, we have a culture of rehabilitation and overall improvement of health. Our residents and patients are served by team members trained to meet the unique and specialized needs of each individual. Our team is dedicated to encouraging and motivating our patients to excel in therapy and regain daily life skills. If you've got a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference in the lives of people, this might be the job for you! The CNA/MA has the opportunity to positively affect the lives of people every day! This vital position plays a big role in our day-to-day operations by providing Quality Life for each and every resident. CNA/MA's must have the ability to read and write well enough to follow written directions and to do charting. It is important to read well enough to understand the dangers that come with working with the chemicals, equipment and supplies in the nursing department. Verbal communication skills are important to carry on conversations with residents, co-workers and visitors in an understandable manner. Nursing Aides will have passed the temporary nursing assistance course. Nursing Aides are continually learning and growing by participating in educational sessions, inservice training and demonstrations. CNA/MA's must understand the physical nature of their jobs and realize they need to: Lift, push, pull and move residents, equipment, supplies, etc. Lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds several times each workday. Lift twenty-five (25) pounds consistently. Be able to move and stretch in such a way as to be able to reach areas above their head and below their waist. Be able to push and pull a cart requiring twenty-five (25) pounds of force. Bend, stoop and twist almost constantly throughout the day. See and hear well enough to take blood pressure, chart, read thermometers, etc. Remain active and on their feet for up to four (4) hours at a time.

Requirements

CNA/MA's must have the ability to read and write well enough to follow written directions and to do charting.
It is important to read well enough to understand the dangers that come with working with the chemicals, equipment and supplies in the nursing department.
Verbal communication skills are important to carry on conversations with residents, co-workers and visitors in an understandable manner.
Nursing Aides will have passed the temporary nursing assistance course.
Nursing Aides are continually learning and growing by participating in educational sessions, inservice training and demonstrations.
Lift, push, pull and move residents, equipment, supplies, etc.
Lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds several times each workday.
Lift twenty-five (25) pounds consistently.
Be able to move and stretch in such a way as to be able to reach areas above their head and below their waist.
Be able to push and pull a cart requiring twenty-five (25) pounds of force.
Bend, stoop and twist almost constantly throughout the day.
See and hear well enough to take blood pressure, chart, read thermometers, etc.
Remain active and on their feet for up to four (4) hours at a time.
Qualified candidates will be certified nursing assistants.
They will possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a positive image.

Responsibilities

Provide resident centered personal care including bathroom assistance, washing, dressing, obtaining vital signs, and social support
Assist resident in transferring, repositioning and walking using correct transfer techniques and equipment
Deliver a positive dining experience and assist residents with meals, snacks and supplement
Document resident care and behaviors
Hand and dispose of linens, soiled clothing or supplies properly