CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Forrest Health; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Forrest Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join their Home Health team. The ideal candidate will support nursing staff in providing patient care, including assistance with daily activities, ensuring proper documentation, and maintaining clear communication regarding patient status. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and completion of an approved Nurse Aide training course. Certification must be obtained within a specific timeframe upon hiring.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Nurse Aide training course necessary.
• CNA certification and BLS within 30 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with patient care tasks like bathing, ambulation, transfers.
• Document patient care and notify RN of any changes in patient condition.
• Participate in in-service and competency programs.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Completion of an approved Nurse Aide training course

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

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Job Summary

A member of patient care team within the Department of Home Health and directly accountable to Patient Clinical Manager. The position requires that the individual assist the professional nursing staff by performing specific nurse aide functions related to patient care to include bathing, shampooing, ambulation, transfers, tidy sick area, skin assessment, and other duties as identified on care plan under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed. The CNA prepares documentation of patient care in the home at the time of visit as applicable and submits documentation in a timely manner according to policy. Notifies RN/Therapists of any changes in patient and assists in meeting needs. CNA participates in in-service and competency programs as applicable. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Job Summary

A member of patient care team within the Department of Home Health and directly accountable to Patient Clinical Manager. The position requires that the individual assist the professional nursing staff by performing specific nurse aide functions related to patient care to include bathing, shampooing, ambulation, transfers, tidy sick area, skin assessment, and other duties as identified on care plan under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed. The CNA prepares documentation of patient care in the home at the time of visit as applicable and submits documentation in a timely manner according to policy. Notifies RN/Therapists of any changes in patient and assists in meeting needs. CNA participates in in-service and competency programs as applicable. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Demonstrates ability to bathe patient in shower or tub using appropriate water temperature, preventing falls, and maintain privacy.
• Demonstrates ability to transfers patients safely utilizing safe body mechanics for yourself and patient.
• Demonstrates knowledge of changes in patient that require notification of nurse/therapist.
• Demonstrates ability to document in the EMR according to policies and procedures.
  
  

Qualifications

Education/Skills

High School Diploma/GED required. Completion of an approved Nurse Aide training course required.

Work Experience

Nurse aide work experience preferred.

Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE

• Certified Nurse Aid Certificate
• Valid Driver's License with proof of Automobile Insurance.
  
  

Additional Certification/Licensure - obtained based on the required timeframe below

• Basic Life Support
  
  

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

Mental Demands:

Ability to perform repetitive tasks, cooperate with others in a positive manner, take orders and follow directions precisely, read and write, communicate effectively and positively, maintain rapport in all situations, and adapt to varied socioeconomic levels and environments.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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