CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Ohio Living; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Living is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to provide high-quality daily nursing care to residents in accordance with company standards and applicable regulations. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to the Plan of Care, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment.

Full-time opportunities and PRN shifts are available. The organization highlights teamwork, integrity, and patient-centered service across its 11 life plan communities in Ohio, with comprehensive oversight by

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in good standing on the Ohio Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily resident and patient care in accordance with the nursing procedures and as instructed by the Charge Nurse.
• Assist with the Plan of Care and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) including hygiene, elimination, nutrition and hydration.
• Observe and report changes in resident’s or patient’s condition to the Charge Nurse.
• Maintain rooms, work areas and equipment in a clean, sanitary and safe condition; follow infection control procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in good standing

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Full-time and PRN available! Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job. Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, financial stewardship, leadership and care. The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) provides residents and patients with the highest level of quality routine daily nursing care in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Essential Activities and Tasks

Care Management and Service Delivery - 80% Provides daily resident and patient care in accordance with the nursing procedures and as instructed by the Charge Nurse. Ensures that the Plan of Care is maintained for the resident or patient. Provides for assigned resident and patient Activities of Daily Living (ADL) including personal hygiene, elimination, comfort and safety, ambulation, lifting, skin care, nutrition, and hydration. Assists with the care of the dying resident and provides post-mortem care. Observes and reports the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdown. Assists with the application of nursing treatments as required. Provides daily rehabilitative/restorative procedures as required. Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit. Answers resident calls promptly.

Operations Management - 10% Checks rooms for all medications and unauthorized food items, reporting findings to the Charge Nurse. Maintains resident and patient rooms, work areas/equipment in a clean, sanitary and safe manner and follows established infection control/standard precautions, reporting all hazardous conditions to the Charge Nurse immediately. Attends care conferences as directed by Charge Nurse. Attends all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or as directed. Willingly and consistently shares observations and insights of departmental operations that may improve quality and efficiencies of department.

Administration and Reporting Administration and Reporting - 10% Measures and records all entries, such as ADL coding, intake/output, temperatures, weight, etc. in the electronic medical record (EMR) or as directed by the Charge Nurse. Reports all changes in resident’s or patient’s condition to the Charge Nurse as soon as practical. Reports all concerns and complaints voiced or shared by residents, patients, or family members All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in good standing on the Ohio Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry required.

Experience

None required; on-the-job training provided.

Other Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Working Conditions and Special Requirements

Sitting - Up to 8 hours/day

Standing - Up to 8 hours/day

Walking - Up to 8 hours/day

Lifting, transferring, pushing or pulling residents/patients or equipment/supplies - Up to 50 pounds

Work weekends, evenings, and holidays - Required as scheduled

Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, and cuts - Work day

Subject to residents/patients with various disease processes - Work day

May be exposed to infectious waste, disease, conditions, etc. including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses - Work day

Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases - I

Across our 11 life plan communities, we offer a range of options from independent living apartments and villas to specialized memory care and everything in between. Whether it's a helping hand or skilled nursing care, we're here to provide support at every stage of life's journey. But our commitment doesn't stop at our doorstep. Between Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice and Ohio Living Palliative Medicine, we extend our care to over 10 million Ohioans in the 43 counties we serve. We also offer provider-owned physician and nurse practitioner services, a Medicare Advantage plan, and pharmacy services because health and wellness go hand in hand. The Ohio Living Foundation raises millions of dollars each year to support the people and programs of Ohio Living. From charity care to special programs and beyond, they’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve and ensuring that no one is left behind. At Ohio Living, our mission is that heart of all we do. For over 100 years, it has been our promise to care, to support, and to enrich the lives of our residents and communities.