Certified Nursing Assistant Flexible Shifts Available

Wilkinson Residential Health Care Facility; South Amsterdam (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi in Amsterdam, NY is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support licensed nurses and provide direct patient care across hospital, nursing home or home care settings. You will take vital signs, assist with bathing, dressing and feeding, help with mobility, document observations, assist with medications, and report changes to the nursing team while maintaining safety and infection control.

Excellent communication and teamwork are essential as you collaborate with RNs and LPNs to

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited CNA training program with NY State certification.
• Strong nursing support skills and patient-care knowledge.
• Demonstrated empathy, patience, and a desire to improve patients' lives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to function effectively in a healthcare team.
• Physical stamina to assist with mobility and daily activities.
• Flexibility to work in hospitals, nursing homes, and home care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including bathing, dressing, feeding, and grooming.
• Take and record vital signs (BP, temp, pulse, respiration).
• Maintain accurate patient records and observe changes in condition.
• Assist with medication management and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Collaborate with RNs and LPNs to implement care plans.
• Create a supportive and comfortable environment for patients.
• Follow safety and infection control procedures.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Comply with all regulations and facility policies.

Skills

Basic healthcare skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Adaptability

Education

CNA training program (accredited)

New York State CNA certification

Job description

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

All Shifts. CERTIFICATE REQUIRED, NEW CNAs WELCOME!

Location: 4988 State Highway 30 Amsterdam, NY

Job Description:

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in New York State, you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate and essential healthcare support to patients in various healthcare settings. CNAs are responsible for assisting licensed nurses in delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring the comfort, safety, and well‑being of individuals under their supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Provide direct care to patients, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, feeding, and grooming. Assist with mobility and help patients with activities of daily living.

• Vital Signs Monitoring: Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rates, to ensure patients' health and stability.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including observations, care provided, and changes in the patient's condition.

• Medication Assistance: Assist with medication management, which may include administering prescribed medications and monitoring for any adverse reactions.

• Supporting Nursing Staff: Collaborate with registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in implementing care plans and treatment protocols. Report any significant changes in a patient's condition to the nursing team.

• Patient Comfort: Create a supportive and comfortable environment for patients, offering emotional support and companionship.

• Safety and Infection Control: Adhere to strict safety protocols and infection control procedures to protect both patients and healthcare personnel.

• Communication: Communicate effectively with patients, their families, and the healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to care.

• Compliance: Follow all state and federal regulations, as well as facility policies and procedures, to maintain the highest standards of care.

Qualifications:

• Certification: Completion of an accredited CNA training program and current New York State CNA certification.

• Basic Healthcare Skills: Proficiency in basic nursing skills and a strong understanding of patient care principles.

• Compassion: Demonstrated empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to improve the lives of patients!

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.

• Physical Stamina: Physical fitness and endurance to perform tasks that involve standing, lifting, and assisting patients.

• Adaptability: Flexibility to work in different healthcare settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and home care.

This job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications expected of a CNA in New York State. Specific duties may vary depending on the healthcare facility and the patient population served.