Certified Nursing Assistant

Wmchealth; Town of Warwick (NY); In loco; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Wmchealth is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide personal care and support under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves performing clinical support tasks and assisting residents to maintain Daily Living Activities according to Kardex plans.

Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, meals, documentation, mobility, and reporting changes in resident condition. Certification in NYS is required; high school diploma or equivalency preferred.

Competenze

• NYS certification as a Nursing Assistant is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Infection control knowledge and use of universal precautions.

Mansioni

• Assist residents with personal hygiene per Kardex.
• Follow dietary plans with physician/dietitian and interdisciplinary team.
• Provide snacks and fluids as scheduled or requested within guidelines.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
• Complete accurate documentation in the medical record (ADL).
• Assist residents with achieving highest level of functioning per Kardex.
• Maintain intake/output records and report changes to nursing staff.
• Answer phones and call bells in a professional manner.

Conoscenze

CNA Certification NYS

Patient care

Documentation

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

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 Kardex.
• 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 the Kardex.
• Assist residents with attaining and maintaining their highest level of functioning as directed by the Kardex.
• 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 related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in New York State required.

Education

A high school diploma or equivalency preferred.

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.