CNA - Weight and Wound Tech - Skilled Nursing (51937)

BLAKEFORD AT GREEN HILLS CORPORATION•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Weight and Wound Assistant promotes resident comfort, dignity, and quality of life by assisting the Wound Nurse and clinical teams with scheduled weight monitoring and supportive wound care activities. This role supports positive clinical outcomes through timely observations, respectful resident interactions, and adherence to individual care plans, infection prevention standards, and regulatory and Company policies and guidelines.

Requirements

Valid Tennessee Certified Nursing Assistant license in good standing.
At least 1 year of CNA experience in a long-term care environment.
Working knowledge of CMS regulations, resident rights, skin integrity principles, weight monitoring practices, and infection control standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.
Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal direct supervision.
Ability to follow care plans closely and work collaboratively with both Charge Nurses and the interdisciplinary team.
Exceptional communication, documentation, organizational and time management skills.
Compassionate, resident-centered approach to caregiving.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree preferred.
Additional experience in patient management software strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports and participates in care plan implementation by following assigned interventions related to skin integrity and nutrition.
Obtains and documents resident weights, assistance provided, resident responses, observations, etc., as scheduled and ordered using calibrated equipment and approved procedures.
Ensures weights are obtained consistently such as at the same time of day, on the same scale, under same conditions when applicable, etc., in order to support clinical accuracy.
Promptly reports significant or unexpected weight changes to the Charge Nurse and/or Director of Nursing.
Assists residents safely during weight checks, using proper transfer techniques and assistive devices.
Assists the Wound Nurse with wound care procedures by preparing supplies, positioning residents, and providing comfort, reassurance, and emotional support during potentially uncomfortable or sensitive procedures.
Observes for and promptly reports changes in skin integrity, wound appearance, drainage, odor, or signs of infection.
Supports infection prevention practices by following hand hygiene, PPE, and clean/dirty workflow protocols.
Explains care activities in a calm, supportive manner to promote resident understanding and cooperation.
Fosters trust through compassionate communication and consistent, respectful interactions with both residents and coworkers.
Provides respectful assistance during wound care while maintaining resident privacy and dignity.
Honors resident preferences and right to refuse care and promptly documents and reports refusals of care to the Charge Nurse and/or Director of Nursing.
Performs other duties as assigned.