Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Urbandale Health Care Center; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Urbandale, IA. The CNA will provide essential care services to residents, assist with daily living activities, and work as part of a compassionate team. The position requires an active CNA certification and a high school diploma or GED. Competitive pay ranges from $19 to $21 per hour, with night shifts and a schedule from Monday to Friday, including rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification required.
• Preferred graduate of high school or GED.
• Knowledge of various resident care needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in accordance with policies.
• Assist residents with daily grooming and hygiene.
• Ensure safety and well-being of residents.

Skills

Resident care activities

Knowledge of therapeutic and dementia care

Assisting with bathing and grooming

Interpersonal communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited high school or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant Certification

Job description

Overview

Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a personable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to perform various resident care activities and services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of our nursing home residents, located in Urbandale, IA.

Join us and grow your skills as part of our caring and compassionate multidisciplinary healthcare team that is focused on enriching the lives of our patients every day.

Pay range: $19-$21/Hour

Shifts

• 6am - 2pm
• 2pm - 10pm
• 10pm - 6am

CNA Job details/Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to care for residents with the following needs: therapeutic, neuro and dementia, dialysis, IV therapy, infectious disease, and wound care, if applicable.
• Provides nursing care in accordance with Resident Care Policies and Procedures and ensures the safety and well-being of the residents are maintained.
• Acts appropriately under the direction of the Charge Nurse and acts as an active member of the inter-disciplinary team.
• Assists residents with bathing, dressing, hygiene, and grooming, in accordance with the established Care Plan.
• Ensures that all residents are out of bed according to the established Care Plan.
• Interacts with residents, family members, co-workers, and clinical and ancillary staff in a non-judgmental, supportive, and calm manner.
• Additional duties as assigned to follow the Care Plan.

CNA Qualifications

• A graduate of an accredited high school or GED is preferred.
• Must possess an active Certified Nursing Assistant Certification; having successfully completed a State approved training program and necessary examination.
• Must provide documentation of certification upon application for the position.

Physical setting

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Standard shift

• Night shift

Weekly schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

License/Certification

• CNA (Required)

Work Location: In person