Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Per Diem

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct patient care and supportive services to residents of  Casa Serena Congregate Living, Inc, a 6 bed facility in a home setting. CNAs perform duties under the supervision of a LVN/ RN and in accordance with physician orders, resident care plans, Title 22 California Code of Regulations, California Department of Public Health (CDPH) requirements, and facility policies and procedures.

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and use of assistive devices.
• Measure and record vital signs, intake and output, and weights as assigned.

• Observe, report, and document changes in resident condition promptly. 
• Provide comfort, safety, and emotional support to residents.
• Support infection prevention and control practices.

• Provide snacks, nourishment, and fluids when the kitchen is closed using only items consistent with each resident’s physician-ordered and RD-approved diet.
• Ensure adherence to therapeutic diets, texture modifications, fluid restrictions, and allergy precautions.

• Document food and fluid intake as required and report concerns to the licensed nurse.

• Carry out resident activities in accordance with the facility’s weekly activities plan.
• Modify activities as needed to meet individual resident interests, abilities, and care plan goals. 
• Encourage participation in individual and group activities to promote socialization, cognitive stimulation, and emotional well-being.

• Protect resident rights, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.
• Comply with abuse prevention and mandatory reporting requirements.
• Maintain a safe environment and report hazards, incidents, or injuries promptly.

• Participate in emergency preparedness and response activities.

• Document care provided accurately, timely, and objectively per facility policy.
• Record ADLs, vital signs, intake/output, weights, activities participation, and nutritional support as assigned.
• Report and document abnormal findings immediately to the licensed nurse.
• Participate in required facility in-services, mandatory trainings, and competency validations.
• Ensure documentation and practice reflect resident-centered care and compliance with Title 22 requirements.

• Current, active California Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, in good standing. 
• Background clearance as required by law.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Physical ability to perform CNA duties.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Employment Eligibility Verification with ability to work in United States