CNA/CMA

Vetter Senior Living•Columbus, NE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Brookestone Acres, located in Columbus, Nebraska, is a facility designed for seniors requiring short-term rehabilitation or skilled nursing services. The culture at Brookestone Acres emphasizes rehabilitation and overall health improvement. Residents and patients are cared for by a team trained to meet individual needs, dedicated to motivating patients to excel in therapy and regain daily living skills. This position offers the opportunity to positively impact residents' lives daily and plays a significant role in daily operations by providing a Quality Life for every resident.

Requirements

Ability to read and write well enough to follow written directions and to do charting.
Ability 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.
Passed the temporary nursing assistance course.
Certified nursing assistants.
High personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a positive image.

Nice To Haves

Nursing Aides are continually learning and growing by participating in educational sessions, in-service training and demonstrations.

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 supplements
Document resident care and behaviors
Hand and dispose of linens, soiled clothing or supplies properly