CNA - Long Term Care (6pm-6am)

Moore County Hospital District • Dumas, TX

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About The Position

Under the general direction of the charge nurse, the CNA provides direct patient care in the Memorial Nursing and Rehabilitation department by assisting residents with essential activities of daily living. The role includes communicating with charge nurses and other staff about residents’ conditions and responding quickly and accurately to requests for assistance from residents and nurses. The CNA must participate in assigned quality teams and be knowledgeable about resident care plans and facility policies and procedures.

The position requires successful completion of a Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP), current Texas CNA certification, and current CPR certification. Certifications must be maintained at all times.

Requirements

• Successfully complete a Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP).
• Hold current Texas CNA certification and maintain it.
• Hold current CPR certification and maintain it.
• Be knowledgeable about resident care plans and facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality personal care to residents while maintaining resident rights.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including showers, oral care, peri-care, nail care, and feeding.
• Help residents maintain their highest functioning level.
• Report changes in residents’ conditions to nurses in a timely manner.
• Complete assigned daily duties promptly and before leaving the shift.
• Stay informed about changes in regulations and resident conditions.
• Complete ADL coding appropriately each day before leaving the shift.
• Maintain education requirements related to regulations, certifications, and ADL coding requirement changes.
• Participate in quality improvement teams and projects.
• Follow resident care plans and facility policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed