Certified Nursing Assistant - PDN

Aveanna Healthcare; Bellefonte (Centre County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aveanna Healthcare is looking for a dedicated caregiver to provide essential support in personal hygiene and basic medical care. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications, demonstrating proficiency in caring for patients in various conditions. This role requires physical stamina and a commitment to quality patient care, ensuring all needs are met with respect and sensitivity.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted certification as required by the state.
• Proficiency in clinical assessments and compliance with aide care policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical care tasks including basic first aid and vital sign monitoring.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene and report changes in conditions.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Documentation

Personal hygiene assistance

Education

High school graduate or GED

Job description

Starting rate: $14 an hour

Essential Job Functions
• Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care, such as:
o Basic first aid taking weight and vital signs
o Ambulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other non-life support medical equipment and devices
o Prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needs
• Help patient maintain good personal hygiene, such as:
o Assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eating
o Observe and report significant changes in patient’s condition to the (RN) Nursing Supervisor

Requirements
• High school graduate or GED
• Current, unrestricted certification or proof of training as required by the state
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with aide care and policies and procedures
• Valid Driver’s License


Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch
• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance


Environment
• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions. Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

Other Duties
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.