11-7 CNA

Atlas Healthcare, LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide routine daily nursing care to residents in accordance with care plans. You will work under supervision to support residents’ health, comfort and safety while collaborating with the nursing team.

The role requires NJ CNA licensure, reading/writing/speaking English, patience, teamwork and the ability to handle the emotional aspects of caregiving for the elderly. You may be asked to work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must demonstrate knowledge to provide care for age-related needs.
• Must be a team player with strong communication skills.
• Must be able to make independent decisions when needed.
• Must relate information about a resident's condition clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine daily nursing care per resident assessments and care plans.
• Implement care under supervision and guidance of licensed staff.
• Communicate with nursing personnel, residents and families as needed.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, compassionate environment for residents.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Adaptability

Elder care

Physical stamina

Education

CNA license (NJ)

10th grade education

Job description

Purpose of Your Job Position

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors.

Delegation of Authority

As a Certified Nursing Assistant you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Job Functions

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Working Conditions

• Works throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses’ stations, resident rooms, etc.).
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
• Communicates with nursing personnel and other department personnel.
• Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
• Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Education

Must possess, as a minimum, a 10th grade education.

Experience

Must be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant in accordance with laws of this state.

Specific Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Physical and Sensory Requirements
• (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this Center, which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the Center.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.