Certified Nurse Assistant I

Front Porch Communities & Services; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 35,583 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Santa Rosa, California, is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) to provide routine patient care under the direction of nursing staff. Responsibilities include patient care, medication management, and maintaining documentation as required. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a CNA certification, with a preference for candidates having prior experience. The position offers a competitive compensation range of $25.83 - $27.00 and requires adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Essential: 6 months prior work experience in an organization.
• Preferred: 1 year working as a Certified Nurse Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patient/resident care under supervision.
• Provide quality customer service to residents.
• Document changes in patient conditions.
• Ensure compliance with health codes.
• Participate in in-service meetings.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Medication management

Infection control techniques

Record keeping

Safety protocols

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Assistant

Job description

Credentials

Essential: Spring Lake Village

Pay Range: $25.83 - $27.00

NOC Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM / 4 on 2 off rotation

Summary

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse, DSD and/or DON, the CNA is responsible for performing routine patient/resident care according to policies and procedures and within acceptable nursing standards.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Certified Nurse Assistant 1 (Residential)
• Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction
• Medication Management
• Follows infection control techniques in performing patient/resident care
• Observes and reports signs and symptoms of changes in condition
• Exchanges information necessary for quality patient/resident care
• Prioritizes patient/resident activities based on current care needs
• Maintains all documentation as required by Federal and State regulations and Company policy
• Provides proper documentation including but not limited to electronic record keeping
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner, uses equipment correctly and safely in performing patient/resident care, follows department safety protocols at all times, wears safety equipment as required for the job, reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor
• Follows highest standards of cleanliness and follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs
• Attends all mandatory in-service meetings, complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures
• Front Porch is committed to the prevention of accidents by providing equipment with safeguards, personal safety equipment on jobs which require it, and adequate safety instructions to all employees
• All employees are required to follow safe work habits in order to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees

Credentials

Essential: Certified Nurse Assistant

Education with Equivalent Qualifications

Essential: High School diploma or GED

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications

Essential: 6 Months prior work experience in an organization

Nonessential

• 1 Year working as a Certified Nurse Assistant

Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.