Nursing Assistant, Certified (CNA) (CMT Nursing Center - Roddey)

State of South Carolina • Richland County, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Nurses assigned to this area currently are eligible for a 20% supplemental pay along with their base salary for as long as they remain an employee with C.M. Tucker Nursing Care Center - Roddey Pavilion. Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply. This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, C.M. Tucker Jr. Nurse Care Center-Roddey Pavilion, 2200 Harden St. Columbia, SC 29203. As the Certified Nursing Assistant, you will perform varied and special assignments in giving personal care to the residents. You will work under supervision and established practices.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Must hold credential as a certified nursing assistant.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds; ability to see, hear at normal volumes, stand, walk, reach, pull, stoop, bend and climb at least two (2) or three (3) flights of stairs.
• Ability to tolerate noise level and circulate in patient areas for long periods.
• Must be able to work with repetitive patient behaviors.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist residents with personal cleanliness and hygiene (ADL's).
• Feed and assist residents with meals, snacks, and supplements.
• Observe, report, and document any changes in residents' condition and/or behavior.
• Participate in restorative therapies according to care plan and individual needs.
• Participate in the Resident Care Conference.
• Assist in guiding and helping residents by working with them in groups and individually, by planning and conducting group meetings, encouraging communication, self-esteem and socialization.
• Conduct selective individual and group activities.
• Prepare and accompanies residents off the unit to clinics/MD visits and activities.
• Perform nursing procedures and care per nursing policies.
• Assist the nurse and doctor with treatments and examinations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

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