Geriatric Nursing Assistant GNA
South River Rehabilitation and Wellness Center•Edgewater, MD
About The Position
South River Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is hiring a Geriatric Nursing Assistant to provide personalized assistance to older adults in various care settings. The role focuses on residents’ comfort, safety, and dignity, supporting the center’s delivery of geriatric care through clinical skills, attention to detail, and empathetic communication. This is a paid position offering an opportunity to grow expertise in senior health services while working with a dedicated care team.
Requirements
- Valid Geriatric Nurses Assistant (GNA) license.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting patients with Hoyer lifts and assisting with mobility while maintaining proper body mechanics.
- Strong communication skills and a compassionate attitude toward individuals with disabilities or behavioral health needs.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility, using Hoyer lifts and other assistive devices.
- Monitor vital signs and accurately document medical information in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Promptly report changes in patient condition.
- Support medication administration under supervision and follow proper medication-handling practices and HIPAA privacy requirements.
- Assist with catheter care, phlebotomy, aseptic techniques, and infection-control practices in acute or long-term care environments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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