Certified Nursing Assistant - PDN

Aveanna Healthcare; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team as caregivers. In this role, you will provide essential support to patients, assisting with daily activities such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility. Your contributions will significantly enhance the quality of life for those in your care. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a commitment to patient well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in dynamic environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification or training as required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medical care including vital signs and basic first aid.
• Help maintain personal hygiene and observe patient conditions.

Skills

Basic first aid

Clinical assessments

Documentation

Personal hygiene assistance

Patient observation

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Non-life support medical equipment

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.