Certified Nursing Assistant

Westchester Medical Center Health Network; Town of Warwick (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center Health Network in Town of Warwick, NY seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide personal care and support under a licensed nurse supervision.

You will assist with hygiene, nutrition, documentation, safety, and resident functioning, while maintaining professional communication and adherence to infection control policies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with all aspects of personal hygiene (bathing, toileting, shaving, oral care) as directed by resident's Kardex.
• Ensure dietary needs are met by following the dietary plan developed with the physician, dietician and interdisciplinary team.
• Provide snacks and fluids as scheduled or as requested within dietary guidelines.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
• Complete accurate documentation in the medical record including ADL documentation.
• Assist residents in attaining and maintaining highest level of functioning as directed by the Kardex.
• Maintain accurate intake and output records.
• Report any change in resident condition to RN/LPN/Supervisor and document in the EMR.
• Use good communication; answer phones and call bells professionally.
• Assist with Quality Improvement Program.
• Help residents get dressed/undressed daily.
• Turn and position residents.
• Transport residents as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant is 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.