Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Plattsburgh-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Center; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Plattsburgh-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Center is seeking a dedicated nursing aide in Plattsburgh, NY. The role involves assisting residents with daily activities, providing care, and maintaining a clean environment.

The position offers a competitive starting salary of $19-$20/hr, dependent on experience, with various benefits including health and dental insurance, a 401(k), and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• MUST have NYS Certification as a Nurse’s Aide.
• Minimum of 1 year prior experience.
• Ability to observe and report changes in residents' conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in ambulation and transfers.
• Provide hygiene and personal care to residents.
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions.

Skills

Assistance with ambulation and transfers

Observation skills

Basic hygiene care

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

FT & PT 6am- 2pm Shifts available & Every other Weekend

New Rate Starting at $19/hr Up To $20/hr "salary adjustment based on years of experience" w/Diff Eve & Nights $20.35/hr

We offer the Following:

• Premium Compensation
• Great Benefits Package
• Professional Growth & Stability

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule: On the weekends

• Day shift

Education & Experience

• High School Graduate OR Equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year prior experience

License Requirements:

• MUST have NYS Certification as a Nurse’s Aide.

Functions

• Assists in ambulation and transfers from and to bed, toilet, chair, stretcher.
• Assists or feeds resident(s) as indicated, serves water and nourishment.
• Offers and removes bedpans and/or urinals
• Keeps incontinent resident clean and dry, changes linens and makes beds. Replaces towels and wash cloths.
• Gives bed baths, tub baths, and provides skin care. Provides care of hair and oral hygiene.
• Assists residents to dress and undress
• Takes part of bowel and bladder rehabilitation program of the resident
• Collects specimens and measures intake and output and keeps records of same
• Takes temperature, pulse, and respiration. May prepare ice packs or other resident care equipment when directed to do so by the Nurse in charge.
• Observes residents and notes physical condition, attitude, reactions, appetites, and reports changes or unusual findings to the Charge Nurse responsible for reporting for reporting resident complaints to the Nurse or Supervisors.
• Before getting off duty, signs the aide book kept at the nurses station
• Attends regularly scheduled in-service classes as required by HOME and NYSAOH regulations.
• Cleans equipment (carbonized beds, stands, etc.) as directed by the nurse. Keeps the utility and service rooms in order.
• Provides assistance with resident care, where applicable.
• Follows organization and departmental policies and procedures.
• Reports and accidents or dangerous situations immediately.
• Maintains confidentiality of organizational and resident information.

New Rate Starting at $19/hr Up To $20/hr "salary adjustment based on years of experience" w/Diff Eve & Nights $20.35/hr

Work Location:One location

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

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