Nurse Aide Training - Fox Nursing Home

Bassett Healthcare Network • Oneonta, NY

150d • $16 - $16

About The Position

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. A.O. Fox Hospital Nursing Home is offering a PAID Certified Nursing Aide (C.N.A.) Training Program. Upon successful completion of the program and obtaining your NYS certification, candidates will be offered a full-time position in the Nursing Home. Pay rate: $16.00 per hour. Class starts October 2025. A.O. Fox Hospital - Nursing Home offers a friendly and compassionate environment with reasonable staff to resident ratios (1 to 10) which allows us to care for every resident as a unique person. If you are a passionate and dedicated person that would like to make a difference in the lives of our residents and work with a great team, then we want you!

Requirements

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent, preferred.
• Experience: Previous long term care experience, preferred.
• Skills: Accountability, Communication, Critical Thinking, Reliability, Time Management.

Responsibilities

• Support the philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Home and the Nursing Department in performance of care as a member of the team.
• Provides care to residents assigned solely under the supervision of the NATP Coordinator/Clinical Supervisor.
• Assist in maintenance of care standards.
• Carry out assigned tasks in the admission of the resident to new environment and give care as directed.
• Contribute to resident teaching by performance of procedures as instructed and observe new procedures.
• Recognize and report to charge nurse signs and symptoms denoting change in resident's condition.
• Acknowledge resident's request and provide the requested service or relay the request to another more appropriate staff member.
• Discuss concerns of performance concerning nursing care with charge nurse.
• Treat residents and co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Participate in In-service programs, resident care conferences and staff meetings as assigned.
• Assist in maintenance of environment conducive to providing quality care.
• Assist in observing effectiveness of care as assigned.
• Assist in maintenance of a system for communication for nursing information for each resident.
• Participate in nursing reports and daily conferences by reporting nursing care data to nurse in charge.
• Use CNA Kardex Comprehensive Care Plan in carrying out assignment.
• Follow written assignments to provide appropriate care.
• Understand the functions of the other persons involved in care of resident.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Document care provided timely and accurately.
• Foster a cooperative effort among other staff members in all departments.
• Transport residents to other departments as needs arise.
• Understand functions of other staff members.
• Respect individual for ability, knowledge and skills.
• Utilize opportunities to promote better understanding of working relationships when in contact with residents, families, visitors, Nursing personnel, Medical staff and other health disciplines.
• Support Personnel policies.
• Recommend changes to nurse in charge.
• Assume responsibility to keep self-informed.
• Report any personnel problems to charge nurse.
• Support new Nursing Home programs and policies.
• May be required to perform other related duties, as needed.
• Follow established Infection Control procedures.
• Attend all required in-services and follow all department and facility policies and procedures including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all pertinent resident care and employee information and follow HIPAA and HIV regulations.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED