Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Embassy of Scranton; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Embassy of Scranton seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct resident care and assist with documenting health information under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role requires strong English communication, patience, and a cooperative, respectful attitude toward residents and staff.

Responsibilities include accurate care delivery, timely reporting of resident status, and adherence to state CNA regulations. The position is full-time and on-site, located in Scranton, PA.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm in handling difficult residents.
• Willingness to seek out new methods and incorporate them into nursing practices.
• Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to health and safety of others in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Treat and document care for residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Communicate resident conditions and changes to the nursing staff.

Skills

English language proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate

Job description

The primary purpose of your job position is to treat and document care for residents with impaired ability to perform at an independent level due to disease process, under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

Education

• Must possess, a certificate for Certified Nursing Assistant.

Experience

• Must be a licensed CNA, in accordance with laws of this state.

Specific Requirements

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


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


• 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 other 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 relate information concerning a resident’s condition.


• Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Embassy of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity / Affi­ mative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.