Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Vinfen

Hartford (CT)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 37,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(a) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Additional Insurance Options

Generous PTO

Job summary

Vinfen in Connecticut seeks a compassionate CNA to provide daily living support within a trauma-informed, clinically intensive program. You will assist with medications, monitor health status, and help individuals engage with community activities while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include documentation, teamwork with staff and families, safe equipment operation, and adherence to Vinfen policies.

Qualifications

Prior CNA experience, preferably with individuals having complex mental health needs.
Ability to document nursing care accurately and clearly.
Strong teamwork and collaborative approach with colleagues and families.

Responsibilities

Assist with activities of daily living per treatment plan (membership, relationships, vital signs, laundry, toileting, showering, dressing, wound care).
Monitor changes in physical, mental, or emotional status and report promptly.
Support self-administration of medications and nutritional needs.
Transport and accompany individuals to medical appointments as directed.
Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming environment aligned with trauma-informed care.
Document care and maintain medical records per policy; ensure confidentiality.
Follow incident reporting and medication-error procedures; ensure paperwork meets standards.
Communicate changes to supervisor; coordinate with Vinfen staff and families when warranted.
Operate and care for assistive equipment (wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, glucometers, nebulizers, oxygen).
Encourage participation in home/community events and respect preferences.
Advocate for individuals and build relationships with families and guardians.
Coordinate with Vinfen departments and community providers; attend trainings.

Skills

CNA skills

Verbal communication

Documentation

Interpersonal sensitivity

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

Clinical safety

Medical equipment handling

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification CT

CPR/First Aid

Tools

Hoyer lifts

Glucometers

Nebulizers

Oxygen equipment

Job description

Overview

Provides direct service and daily routine and episodic daily nursing aide care in a clinically intensive program designed to provide trauma-informed care for individuals with complex health needs. Supports self-administration of medications according to DMHAS policies and procedures. Uses rehabilitation values, principles and techniques, including trauma-informed care principals to help individuals served overcome barriers to live more independently. Assists individuals served to become integrated into the community. Assists program to meet high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance with activities of daily living according to each individuals treatment plan that includes, but is not limited to, community membership, community relationships, vital signs, laundry, toileting, showering, dressing, shaving, wound care, foot care, skin checks, and passive range of motion exercises, as needed or ordered by primary care provider.
Monitors and observes individuals served for any changes in physical, mental, or emotional status.
Assists with self-administration of medication in accordance with Vinfen policies and procedures. Provides for the nutritional needs of individuals served.
Transports, assists, and accompanies individuals served to medical, dental, and other appointments as directed by shift/program manager/administrator.
Creates an environment, including individual’s room and common area, that is safe, clean, welcoming, and respectful to individuals, families, neighbors. Ensures that the environment meets all safety and regulatory standards and maintains trauma-informed care principles.
Documents nursing care and services provided to individuals served as per Vinfen’s policies and procedures, including daily shift / TCM notes. Ensures that individual’s served medical record and confidential file and other information is current and accurate.
Follows Vinfen policies and procedures for incident reporting and medication errors. Ensures that all paperwork meets standards of Vinfen policies and procedures and other outside agencies, as required.
Communicates effectively and accurately with manager/administrator. Communicates and reports any changes in client’s status to manager/administrator and others as directed by manager/administrator. Communicates effectively with colleagues and Vinfen staff. Communicates effectively with clients’ families and/or guardian, as warranted.
Works effectively and safely with assistive equipment that includes, but is not limited to, wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, and other medical equipment. Maintains individuals served medical equipment and supplies that include, but are not limited to, wheelchairs, walkers, Hoyer lifts. Works effectively and safely with medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to, glucometers, nebulizers, oxygen.
Provides opportunities for individuals served to engage and participate in home/program events and community events.
Ensures that individuals served preferences and choices are encouraged and respected.
Advocates effectively for individuals served.
Develops and maintains effective relationships with individuals served, families, and/or guardians and other significant relationships of individuals served.
Acts as liaison and collaborates effectively with other Vinfen departments, outside agencies, and community providers.
Attends and actively participates in staff meetings, trainings, and community meetings.
Acts as positive role model for individuals served.
Assists with orientation of new staff.
Adheres to all Vinfen policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

Skills and competencies of a CNA
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues
Ability to accurately and effectively communicate verbally
Ability to accurately and effectively document nursing care provided
Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender issues
Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, community, and other resources
Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
Knowledge of teaching modalities
Ability to balance competing priorities
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions
Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment

About Vinfen

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visitwww.vinfen.org/careers.

Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes (for eligible employees):

A fully funded 401(a), employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!)
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance for employees who qualify
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
Voluntary Term Life, Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week).

My Job. My Community. My Vinfen.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Qualifications

Typical Requirements

Prior experience as a CNA preferably with people with complex mental health needs.

Preferred /Required Education

A high school diploma or equivalent required.

Driving Requirements

Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.

Physical Effort

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position.

Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.

Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.

Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Required Certifications/Trainings