Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA * Per diem *

St Catherine of Siena Inc; Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St Catherine of Siena Inc in Caldwell, NJ is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to join our resident-centered care team in a small long-term care facility.

Under the supervision of the RN/LPN, the CNA provides basic nursing and personal care, completes documentation in the EMR, follows infection control practices, and helps maintain resident safety and room cleanliness. A high school diploma and NATCEP/CNA certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• NATCEP certification required.
• Active CNA certification in State Registry required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and resident care tasks under RN/LPN supervision.
• Assist residents with personal care (mouth care, bathing, dressing, toilet, meals) and restorative activities.
• Complete ALL documentation in the EMR.
• Follow infection control policies and standard precautions; use PPE as needed.
• Monitor resident safety and maintain a clean, safe room and bathroom area.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to the nurse for care planning.
• Respect resident rights and confidentiality; participate in quality initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading & writing

Numerical skills

Professional conduct

Compassionate care

Confidentiality

Team player

Education

High school diploma

NATCEP certification

Active CNA certification in State Registry

Job description

Description

ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA

St Catherine of Siena is a small religious Long Term Care facility, located in Caldwell NJ, serving the vowed religious. We are currently seeking a C.N.A. to join our team in a resident-centered care environment

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: C N A

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Director of Nursing

Revision Date: 2010, 2023

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

The C N A functions under the supervision of the RN or LPN in providing direct resident care activities utilizing the proper nursing process. Always remembering this is the home of the sisters and residents.

Candidates for employment and existing employees must identify with, share in and display a commitment to the mission, philosophy and values of the Sisters of St. Dominic

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

include the following. As a certified nursing assistant, you are responsible to provide basic nursing care and resident care tasks to ensure that each resident receives the comprehensive and individualized care. You are delegated the responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Other duties may be assigned and in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.

• Acknowledges, adopts, and support the mission, values and vision/of the Sisters of St. Dominic.
• Works under the supervision of RN, LPN to perform and provide direct resident care basic nursing duties
• Assist residents to carry out personal care activities, such as mouth care, bathing, dressing, use of toilet, transports residents to meals then prepares the meal trays and assist in eating and restorative care functions
• Completes ALL documentation on electronic medical record.
• Follows Infection Control policies and procedures at all times including standard precautions and use of PPE as needed
• Monitors for resident safety at all times and complies with established safety precautions at all times.
• Ensure resident room/ area is clean including bathroom and shower area
• Recommends to the DON the equipment and supplies needed of the department. Shares ideas and suggestions to improve resident care.
• Informs the nurse of any changes in the resident’s condition so that appropriate information can be entered on the resident’s care plan.
• Ensures resident rights are followed including privacy, confidentiality, prevention of and/or reporting of abuse
• Participates in QAPI and related committees as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to verbally communicate with residents and staff.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to calculate figures, and amounts such as proportions and percentages.
• Displays professional conduct with Sisters, staff, and the general public.
• Shows concern and respect for others by dealing with people in a collaborative, compassionate, sensitive, and responsive manner.
• Respects the confidentiality of others.
• Sets a favorable example as a team player assisting others and working to achieve a coordinated facility.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Graduate from a high school

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

Successful completion the Nurse Aide in Long Term Care Facilities Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP)

C N A Certification that is active and in good standing with the State’s Registry

ADA Requirements

Candidates will have the physical ability to perform job related duties which may require lifting, bending, stooping, stretching, pulling and pushing up to 50 lbs or more as needed

PRE REQUISITES

A physical exam, drug screen, and background screening are required as appropriate.

St Catherine of Siena Inc., minimum requirement is its employees to be “fully vaccinated” defined as received the Covid-19 vaccine primary series. The preferred standard of “Up to date” is completed primary vaccine series plus the most recent booster recommended by CDC.

DISCLAIMER CLAUSE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required of the job. They are not meant to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Requirements

CNA certificate

Experience in a nursing home environment.