Cna Jobs in Brooklyn Park, MD

About The Position

Requirements

• Meet all applicable state and federal requirements for the position.
• Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Be capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.
• Able to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods; lift 50 pounds and, when moving, lifting, or transferring residents, potentially lift up to 75 pounds; exert force to lift, push, pull, or carry patients; bend, stoop, stretch, twist, sit, and reach; and perform fine motor tasks.
• Ability to execute tasks independently, communicate verbally and clearly, concentrate on moderate details with frequent interruptions, and meet visual acuity and hearing alertness requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Six months or more of experience in a home care, assisted living, or long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities, including lifting, transfers, bed mobility, bathing, dressing, toileting, standing, walking, exercising, and meals; take vital signs.
• Observe and document each resident's health, behavior, and physical and emotional condition, and promptly report changes to the nurse.
• Respond promptly and courteously to resident call signals, signal lights, bells, and intercom systems to determine residents' needs.
• Promote personal and resident safety through a clean environment, infection control practices, and facility guidelines; report unsafe situations to the nurse.
• Communicate with nurses about resident conditions, changes, and concerns.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Provide companionship, comfort, and support to residents.
• Meet federal and state in-service requirements.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus benefits centered on you.