Certified Nursing Assistant

Westchester Medical Center; City of Port Jervis (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide personal care and assist with resident treatment under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse. The role involves performing clinical support functions and supporting the department’s needs.

The CNA will assist with hygiene, meals, documentation in the EMR, and maintaining safety and dignity for residents while adhering to infection control standards and Plan of Care.

Qualifications

• One year of CNA experience preferred.
• New York State CNA certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Infection control policies and universal precautions knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with all aspects of personal hygiene as directed by the Plan of Care.
• Follow dietary plans developed with physician and dietician to meet dietary needs.
• Provide snacks and fluids as scheduled within dietary guidelines.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
• Document accurately in the medical record including ADL documentation.

Skills

Personal care

Documentation

Communication

Safety precautions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The Certified Nursing Assistantis responsible for providing personal care and treatment of residents under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse. Responsibilities involve the performance of clinical support functions and resident care. The Certified Nursing Assistant performs specialized resident care duties to support the needs of the department.

Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with all aspects of personal hygiene (bathing, toileting, shaving, oral care) as directed by resident's Plan of Care.
• Ensure that resident dietary needs are met by following the dietary plan developed in collaboration with the physician, dietician and intra-disciplinary team.
• Provide snacks and fluids as scheduled or as requested within the dietary guidelines.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
• Complete accurate documentation in the medical record including ADL documentation as directed by plan of care.
• Assist residents with attaining and maintaining their highest level of functioning as directed by the Plan of Care.
• Maintain accurate intake and output records.
• Promptly reports any change in resident condition to Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Supervisor which includes completing an alert on electronic medical record.
• Utilize good communication skills, answer phones and call bells in a professional manner.
• Assist with Quality Improvement Program.
• Assist resident with getting dressed/undressed daily.
• Turns and positions residents.
• Transports residents as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

One year of previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.

Education:

A high school diploma or equivalency preferred. License/Certification: Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in New York State required.

Other:

If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.