CNA

Catholic Health; Sayville (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health Services of Long Island is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide resident care under nursing supervision. You will assist with admissions, daily living activities, feeding, transports, and timely responses to alarms in a long-term care setting.

The role requires NYS CNA certification, a completed CNA program (BOCES or 100-hour approved), and a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience and knowledge of safety and infection control are a plus.

Qualifications

• Nursing Assistant Certification in Long Term Care in New York State; completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program at BOCES, Completion of 100 hour Certified Nursing Assistant Approved Program.
• Valid and current certificate from NY State.
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of safety and infection control policies; computer systems experience; ability to interpret medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assists with admission of residents, re: reception, preparation, and data collection.
• Functions as a team member in administering direct resident care and attention to personal hygiene, safety, comfort, skin care and needs.
• Prepares residents for meals, assists with feeding; distributes fluids and nourishment/snacks.
• Assists with transport of residents between areas of the facility and at discharge.
• Collects and transports specimens in a timely manner.
• Responds to call bells/alarms promptly and ensures alarms are functioning per plan of care.
• Communicates changes in resident condition to the nurse.
• Records intake/output, vitals, nutrition, ADL care and related notes per facility policy.
• Assists in preparing residents for examination and treatment; supports diagnostic tests.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents and staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication with nurse

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification in Long Term Care in NYS

BOCES CNA Program completion

100-hour CNA Approved Program

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer literacy

Infection control knowledge

Safety procedures

Job description

Overview

The Certified Nursing Assistant, a mature adult, performs under the supervision and/or direction of a Registered Nurse and/or a Licensed Practical Nurse. Performs selected resident care activities to assist in safe treatment and caring for the personal needs and comfort of adult/geriatric residents in accordance with established policies and procedures. To provide necessary care to the residents of this facility in a safe caring manner; in keeping with the Mission, Vision and Values of Catholic Health Services of Long Island.

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Assists with admission of residents, re: reception, preparation, and data collection
• Functions as a team member in administering direct resident care and meticulous attention to personal hygiene, safety, comfort, skin care and anticipation of needs
• Prepares residents for meals, assists with feeding of residents. Distributes fluids and nourishment/snacks
• Assists with transport of residents between areas of facility and at discharge in a timely manner
• Collects and transports specimens in a timely manner
• Responds to call bells/alarms in a timely manner
• Ensures all personal alarms are in place and functioning per individual residents plan of care
• Communicates appropriate information to nurse; obvious changes in resident's condition
• Records intake, output, BM, vital signs, toileting, range of motion, ambulation, restraint use, nutrition, ADL care, security device bracelets, showers/bathing, skin checks as per facility policy
• Assists the nurse in preparation of resident for examination and treatment and diagnostic tests/X-rays
• Demonstrates appropriate restraint application and restraint release for activity
• Assists in maintaining a clean, safe environment for residents and co-workers using appropriate safety practices

Salary Range

USD $24.99 - USD $37.85 /Hr.

Requirements:

• Nursing Assistant Certification in Long Term Care in New York State, Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program at BOCES, Completion of 100 hour Certified Nursing Assistant Approved Program.
• Valid and current certificate from NY State.
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience preferred, Knowledge of safety and infection control policies. Knowledge of computer systems and/or prior clerical experience preferred. Ability to interpret medical terminology.

The pay for this position ranges from $24.99- $37.85 per hour.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.