CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop Wicke in Shelton, CT is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for the day shift. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, you will provide basic nursing care, assist with meals, monitor vitals, and document observations in the EMR.

Requirements include CT CNA certification or completion within 120 days of the CNA course, a high school diploma or GED, and 6 months to 1 year of CNA experience preferred. This role emphasizes person-centered care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• CT CNA certification or within 120 days of CNA course completion.
• 6 months to 1 year CNA experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate with patients and clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Take and record pulse, respirations, BP and weight as needed.
• Document care and observations in EMR.
• Maintain infection control practices.
• Assist with meals and activities of daily living.
• Support and communicate with care team to ensure coordinated care.
• Follow facility policies and procedures.
• Attend mandatory trainings and meet CE requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Prioritize tasks

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (DAY SHIFT)

the company Bishop Wicke -Shelton, CT

Day Shift / 8 hrs/wk / EOW

"We are committed to supporting our employees with competitive pay, matching 401K retirement plan, work-life balance, and career growth opportunities."

Summary of Position: Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, performs basic nursing care procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs basic nursing care procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse. Follow treatment plan that was designed to meet the appropriate age, needs and abilities of each resident/patient including assisting with meals and nourishment's, transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices, ambulation, bathing, toileting and dressing and grooming.

2. Observes and communicates pertinent information about the adult/older adult resident/patient's condition to the appropriate facility staff.

3. Takes and records pulse, respirations, blood pressures and weight as needed.

4. Documents care and observations on work sheets and EMR accurately and in a timely manner.

5. Maintains cooperative relationships to enhance the efficient operation of the care team by providing support and assistance to co-workers.

6. Adheres to infection control practices.

7. Supports the psychosocial needs of the residents as per the plan of care and profile.

8. Participates in educational and inservice meeting to update knowledge of techniques, guidelines and regulations. Must attend all mandatory programs. Meets basic requirement for 12 hours of continuing education per year.

9. Uses equipment in an appropriate and safe manner. Adheres to standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.

10. Follows facility policies and procedures.

11. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School diploma or GED preferred

Experience: 6 months - 1 year experience as a CNA preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

State of Connecticut CNA Certification; or within120 days of CNA Certification course completion.

Key Competencies:

Ability to interact professionally with coworkers.

Prioritize tasks.

Function as a team member.

Ability to speak, read English in order to communicate with patients, residents and clinical staff.

Provides care and services that demonstrate behaviors and the principles of person-centered care including affording people dignity, respect and compassion, offering coordinated care, support and treatment and care that is personalized.

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

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