Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)

Aveanna Healthcare; Schuylkill Haven (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Schuylkill County, PA. The role involves providing personal medical care and assistance with daily living activities to help patients maintain their independence at home or in a facility. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, current CPR certification, and appropriate state certification. Strong interpersonal skills and a focus on patient care are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have current, unrestricted certification as required by the state.
• Current CPR certification is necessary.
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments and documentation is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal medical care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Perform basic first aid and monitor patient condition.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene and grooming tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Effective problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High school graduate or GED

Current CPR certification

Certification or proof of training as required by state

Job description

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Position Overview

The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing personal medical care and assistance with daily living activities that improve quality of life by allowing our patients to remain in their home (or facility) while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care, such as basic first aid, taking weight and vital signs, catheter and bowel care (including I&O monitoring).
• Range of motion exercises, as assigned by a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologist.
• Ambulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other non‑life‑support medical equipment and devices.
• Prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needs.
• Care for patient’s special conditions and needs within scope of authorized tasks.

Help Patient Maintain Good Personal Hygiene, Such As

• Assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eating.

Documentation and Coordination

• Thorough completion and coordination of all required documentation, such as maintaining and completing the necessary patient/family and Company documentation records upon conclusion of each visit.
• Observe and report significant changes in patient’s condition to the (RN) Nursing Supervisor.
• Provide hands‑on personal care and performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services.
• Provide services that are ordered by the physician in the plan of care and that the aide is permitted to perform under state law.

Requirements

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

Ongoing Education

An aide must receive at least 12 hours of in‑service training during each 12‑month period. In‑service training may occur while an aide is furnishing care to a patient.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Attention to detail.
• Time management.
• Effective problem‑solving and conflict resolution.
• Good organization and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting.
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs.
• Must have visual and hearing acuity.
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch.
• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance.
• Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport.

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.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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