Certified Nursing Assistant - SNF - PRN

Greenbriar at the Altamont; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care facility is looking for a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide daily nursing care and support to residents. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have CNA certification or be willing to obtain it within four months and should possess a caring demeanor towards residents.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CNA certification within 4 months of hire.
• Previous CNA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities including bathing, grooming, and toileting.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes in condition to nursing staff.
• Maintain clean living areas and assist with medical preparations.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Medication Assistance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Summary of Duties

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will be responsible for providing routine daily nursing care and services to assigned residents, in accordance with their assessment and care plan as directed.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in providing nursing care to residents, including activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, grooming, toileting, and obtaining vital signs.
• Provide and document medication assistance as directed.
• Assist residents in preparing for medical testing, activities, programs, and visitation.
• Maintain residents' living areas in a clean and neat condition; change linens as directed.
• Greet newly admitted residents and escort them to their rooms.
• Report changes in residents' conditions (e.g., redness, skin tears, bruising, mental status, eating habits, medical needs) to the charge nurse immediately.
• Check residents routinely to ensure personal care needs are being met according to their wishes.
• Assist in transporting residents to/from appointments, activities, and social programs.
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Obtain and record blood sugar levels using the Free Style Glucose Monitoring machine, as directed.
• Utilize Smart Charting IPAC to record ADLs and meals.
• Complete incident reports promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or obtain certification within 4 months of hire. CNA experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to move consistently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently.
• Must have adequate vision and hearing, or use prosthetics, to perform job duties.
• Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds using proper body mechanics and assistance.
• Must be able to stand or walk for 75% of the day.
• Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress.

CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.)