CNA Certified Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health Arkansas; Arkansas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Arkansas is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to assist with resident care in various capacities. Responsibilities include helping with personal hygiene, feeding, mobility, as well as performing essential CNA skills like vital sign checks and specimen collection. Candidates must have a current Arkansas CNA certification and preferably some experience in long-term care. Strong communication skills are essential to effectively interact with residents and team members.

The position will be for 72 hours bi-weekly and requires a commitment to patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a CNA in Arkansas.
• Long Term Care experience is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with resident/patient care needs.
• Perform CNA skills like vital signs, foley care, and specimen collection.
• Ensure bowel and bladder needs are met.

Skills

Resident care skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Current Arkansas CNA certification

Certificate in Nursing Assistant

Job description

Summary:
Assists with resident/patient care needs and comforts including but not limited to: oral hygiene, bathing functions, nail care, shaving, hair care. Ensures bowel and bladder needs are met per standards of care. Performs activities to assist with residents nutritional needs. Assists with the residents activity needs as assigned: i.e. ambulation, moving, lifting, and positioning. Follows infection control standards, policies, and procedures. Treats all residents, visitors, and employees with courtesy. Accepts and organizes assignments as delegated by the LPN/RN. Exhibits knowledge of Resident Rights and reports resident concerns/complaints to LPN/RN. Ensures residents' needs are met upon request. Consistently performs CNA skills: i.e. vital signs, foley care, specimen collection, use of lifts and equipment. Acquires and maintains current knowledge and competency in CNA practice. Meets attendance policy and enhances team effectiveness by dependability. Problem solve/prioritize/initiative needed

Other information:

Current Arkansas CNA certification is required.

High School diploma or equivalent preferred or a certificate in Nursing Assistant.

Long Term Care experience preferred

Must be able to appropriately communicate, speak, and write

Generates enthusiasm, dedication, and enjoys elderly adults

This job will be authorized72.00 hours bi-weekly.