Certified Nursing Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant
• One (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Nursing Asst 1 (HCS050) or position equivalent.
• National and State background check as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in assessing the client's physical and mental condition according to policies and procedures.
• Assists with patient's feeding (this may include tube feeding), personal hygiene and grooming functions as necessary.
• Turns and re-positions bedridden clients, with assistance, to prevent and/or promote the healing of pressure sores.
• Completes required documentation in patient and unit records.
• Follows hospital/departmental procedures regarding infection control.
• Performs basic nursing procedures, such as taking vital signs, weight, specimens according to the treatment plan.
• Provides training and/or direction to patients in activities of daily living in order to promote increased independence.
• Utilizes correct body mechanics in performing patient care activities to prevent injury.
• Maintains current certification with the State Aide Registry (NAR).
• Completes a minimum of 24 hours of in-service education (training), as required by NAR each year, to maintain current CNA certification.

Benefits

• Robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career