Hydration CNA

Tennessee State Veterans Homes Board • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

The Hydration CNA provides hydration to all residents, meets residents’ weekly and monthly intake goals, and documents fluid intake in a timely and effective manner. When not performing hydration duties, the employee performs CNA duties and assists other staff as needed.

The listed schedule is a dayshift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; other hours or shifts may be required. Pay ranges from $17.08 to $23.12. The role requires a current and active Nurse Aide Certification and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Requirements

• Hold a current and active Nurse Aide Certification.
• Be a caring individual willing to assist as needed to provide a safe and comfortable environment for residents.
• Work independently and make decisions when circumstances warrant to meet residents’ needs.
• Be flexible in work habits to meet the needs of residents or nursing staff.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with residents, families, and visitors.
• Read and understand standard English.
• Work as part of a caring team to provide the best possible care for residents.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide hydration to all residents.
• Meet weekly and monthly intake goals for residents.
• Document fluid intake in a timely and effective manner.
• Perform CNA duties when not engaged in hydration duties.
• Assist other staff as needed.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus paid quarterly over the first year
• Competitive wages based on certified years of experience
• Shift differential
• Weekend differential
• State of Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System, 100% employer funded; full-time employees vest after five years of service
• State of Tennessee medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Cancer and accident insurance
• Disability insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• ParTNers for Health Wellness Program
• Paid time off (vacation)
• Extended disability benefits (sick leave)
• Bereavement leave
• Double pay for selected holidays worked
• Flexible spending accounts for childcare and medical expenses
• Deferred Compensation (401(k) and 457)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED