CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare; Shelton, Northern (CT, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Masonicare Bishop Wicke in Shelton, CT is seeking a CNA for Day Shift to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with the care plan.

The role requires 6 months to 1 year of CNA experience preferred, a CT CNA certification or within 120 days of course completion, and commitment to infection control and patient-centered care. This position emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation in EMR, and ongoing education to meet state requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months–1 year CNA experience preferred.
• CT CNA Certification or completion within 120 days of course.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic nursing care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Follow treatment plans to meet residents’ needs including meals, transfer, ambulation, bathing, toileting and grooming.
• Observe and communicate resident condition to facility staff.
• Take and record vital signs and weight as needed.
• Document care and observations in worksheets and EMR promptly.
• Maintain infection control practices and safe equipment use.
• Support residents’ psychosocial needs per care plan.
• Attend mandatory trainings and satisfy 12 hours/yr CEU requirements.
• Collaborate with care team and assist coworkers as needed.
• Follow facility policies and perform other duties.

Skills

Professional interaction

Prioritize tasks

Team player

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EMR

Job description

CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare 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 within 120 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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