CNA - Nights - Full Time - Quinton Memorial Health and Rehabilitation

Vitruvian Health•Dalton, GA

About The Position

The CNA provides assigned patients with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with each patient's assessment and care plan, and as directed by a supervisor. The role reports to the Charge Nurse and is classified as non-exempt. The associate may be required to work beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and may be subject to callback during emergencies. The position involves continual time on one's feet and regular patient assistance, including bathing, dressing, eating, taking vital signs, and transferring patients. A transfer belt is required for patient transfers, and other nurses are available to help with heavier patients. Duties may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious disease, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals, as well as interactions with hostile or emotionally upset patients, family members, associates, and visitors.

Requirements

CNA diploma from an accredited CNA program, verified through a primary source.
Certified Nursing Assistant status in accordance with state law.
Ability to lift at least 40 pounds on a full-time, nonrestrictive basis.
Ability to meet the physical demands of patient care, including lifting and transferring patients and remaining on one's feet continually throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide assigned patients with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with their assessments and care plans.
Carry out duties as directed by the supervisor.
Assist patients with activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and transfers.
Take patient vital signs and document information in medical charts.
Use a transfer belt when transferring any patient.