Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Weekend

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Residents with daily living activities, to include, delivering meals, turning and ambulating residents and providing plenty of fluids and nourishment meals throughout scheduled shift

• Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming

• Help Residents with personal hygiene

• Observe Residents and report any health issues to the supervising nurse

• Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure

• Provide basic life support as needed and respond promptly to patient emergencies.

• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols

• Assist nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation using electronic health record systems such as SigmaCare

• Document Resident food and fluid intake

• Assist Residents with feeding and serving nutritional supplements

• Making the Resident's beds and keeping their living areas clean and tidy

• Transport Residents within the facility

• Assist nurses and other staff as needed

• Adhere to professional standards and follow all facility policies and procedures

• Abide by all federal, state and local requirements and standards

• Maintain the confidentiality of all Residents and Facility data

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care

• Participate in training sessions and continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualifications and Skills:

• Current and Valid NY CNA certification

• Experience in caregiving or patient care settings is highly desirable

• Familiarity with electronic health record systems SigmaCare is a plus

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment while also demonstrating independence when necessary

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Effective communication skills

• Good collaboration and teamwork skills

• Fast and adaptive problem-solving abilities

• Keen attention to detail

• In-depth understanding of patient care policies and regulations

• Familiarity with symptoms and signs of improvement for a number of medical conditions

• Excellent observational skills for monitoring patient conditions and reporting changes to nursing staff

• Physical strength and stamina

• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Benefits:

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Paid time off