CNA Prn

Senior Suites•Broken Arrow, OK

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides patient care and physical support to patients or residents. The role assists with daily activities and personal hygiene, monitors and records patient information, and communicates observations or changes to medical and nursing staff. The position requires a current state CNA certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to work independently and with direction in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Current state Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Current identification.
Ability to think and work independently and with direction, and communicate with staff members in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Comfortable using a computer.
Excellent personal hygiene.
Good physical and mental health.
Ability to lift up to fifty pounds and rotate and assist residents who are partially or totally dependent.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care and answer patient calls, determining how best to assist.
Help patients or residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, walking, standing, and exercising.
Turn and reposition bedridden patients.
Review dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to help ensure patients or residents receive an appropriate diet.
Obtain information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses about patient conditions, treatment plans, and suggested activities.
Measure and record food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output, and report changes to medical or nursing staff.
Record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate, as requested by staff.
Examine patients for issues requiring medical care, including open wounds, bruises, or blood in the urine.
Remind patients to take medications and nutritional supplements.
Report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
Stay up to date on CNA training and facility policies and procedures.