CNA Long Term Care
About The Position
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will provide essential direct and indirect nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, following established policies and procedures. You will perform patient care tasks, support nursing staff, and contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered environment. The role calls for a strong work ethic, compassionate patient care, and effective teamwork. The position is at St. Francis Nursing Center, a 110-bed, 24-hour skilled nursing facility in Colorado Springs that provides physical, mental, and spiritual care in a supportive professional environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduation from a Nursing Assistant Program.
- State-registered CNA license.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of previous CNA or healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide quality patient care, including comfort and hygiene measures, preventative skin care, safety measures, transport, and support for nutritional and elimination needs.
- Promptly answer call lights and respond to patient needs.
- Report patient status changes and needs accurately and promptly to the Registered Nurse.
- Document vital signs, input and output, nutritional intake, personal hygiene, weights, and other care performed; maintain thorough and confidential patient charts and records.
- Assist with safe and appropriate delegated patient care tasks under the direct supervision of the nurse.
- Provide person-centered care with sensitivity and respect in collaboration with other team members.
- Communicate concerns about patient-related hazards or errors to the health care team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
