CNA

Waveny Care Network; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Waveny Care Network in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct resident care and support daily living activities. You will assist with bathing, grooming, mobility, nutrition, and reporting changes to the nursing staff to ensure resident safety and comfort.

The role emphasizes compassionate communication, teamwork with colleagues, and adherence to infection control standards while promoting resident dignity and rights on geriatric units as assigned.

Qualifications

• Direct resident care including activities of daily living.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions for routine nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and oral care.
• Assist residents with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and repositioning.
• Support feeding, hydration, and nutrition with appropriate diets and assistance.
• Measure and record vital signs, weights, and intake/output; report changes to nursing staff.
• Assist with pressure injury prevention and skin care through repositioning and monitoring.
• Maintain clean, safe resident environments in accordance with infection control standards.
• Document resident care and observations accurately according to facility procedures.
• Promote resident dignity, rights, and confidentiality while interacting respectfully with residents, families, and staff.
• Participate in resident activities and engagement, including dementia care on specialized units when assigned.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Connecticut state CNA registration

Job description

• Provide direct resident care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and oral care.
• Assist residents with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and repositioning to promote safety and comfort.
• Support feeding, hydration, and nutrition, ensuring residents receive correct diets and assistance when needed.
• Measure and record vital signs, weights, and intake/output, reporting changes in condition to nursing staff.
• Assist with pressure injury prevention and skin care through regular repositioning and monitoring.
• Maintain clean, safe resident environments in accordance with infection control standards.
• Document resident care and observations accurately according to facility procedures.
• Promote resident dignity, rights, and confidentiality while interacting respectfully with residents, families, and staff.
• Participate in resident activities and engagement, including dementia care support on specialized units when assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification and registration in the State of Connecticut required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform routine nursing care under supervision.
• Demonstrated compassion, patience, and professionalism when working with elderly residents.
• Long-term care or geriatric care experience preferred.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting, transferring, and assisting residents with mobility.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and reliability.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Certified Nurses Aide

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