Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Civita Care Center; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Civita Care Northbridge in Connecticut is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to deliver routine daily nursing care to residents under supervision. Active Connecticut CNA license or in progress; new graduates welcome.

You will meet nursing needs, follow care plans, document accurately, and respond to call lights. We offer weekly pay ($21–$25/hour) with differential for evenings, overnight, and weekends, plus 401(k), vacation, health/dental/vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active Connecticut CNA license or be in the process of obtaining one.
• New graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.
• Participate in planning and following current resident care plan on all residents under his/her care.
• Complete resident assignments effectively and promptly.
• Observe changes in resident conditions and promptly report them.
• Document accurately and completely.
• Meet personal grooming needs for each resident.
• Promptly answer call lights and ensure they are within reach of the resident.
• Assure the resident care areas are left clean and in an orderly manner.
• Demonstrate correct safety techniques per orientation and training.
• Other duties assigned by manager.

Skills

Independent decision making

English proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

CNA license (CT)

New graduates welcome

Job description

Weekly pay ranges from $21 to $25 an hour, depending on the shift. Evenings, overnights, and weekends have pay differentials.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Civita Care Northbridge, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) the primary purpose of your job position is to provide your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with our established nursing care procedures, and as may be directed by the licensed staff nurse.

Experience & Education:

• Must possess an active and unencumbered CNA license in Connecticut or be in the process of obtaining one.

• New graduates welcome!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.

• Participate in planning and following current resident care plan on all residents under his/her care.

• Complete resident assignments effectively and promptly.

• Observe changes in resident conditions and promptly report them.

• Document accurately and completely.

• Meet personal grooming needs for each resident.

• Promptly answer call lights and assure that all are placed within reach of the resident.

• Assure the resident care areas are left clean and in an orderly manner.

• Methods of identification of residents are maintained. Maintain that all residents are appropriately identified (i.e., I.D. bracelets, etc.).

• Demonstrate correct safety techniques in accord with orientation and training processes and your specific job description.

• Other duties assigned by manager.

Specific Requirements:

• Must have knowledge of restorative nursing and rehabilitation policies and utilize appropriately.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.

• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay

• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Vacation and Personal Time

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance