CNA - Geriatrics

Carillon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Town of Huntington (NY); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Carillon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Town of Huntington, NY is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide safe, compassionate care to residents under supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support the healthcare team to uphold patient-centered care.

The role requires an active State CNA certification, at least one year of experience, BLS, and strong communication and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• State Certified Nursing Assistant Certification.
• At least one year of CNA work experience.
• BLS and other required certifications as per client.
• Pass pre-employment assessments as required.
• Confidentiality and strong communication abilities.
• Ability to adapt to multiple priorities.

Responsabilités

• Provide patient care and support daily living activities.
• Answer calls and determine how best to assist patients.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, mobility, and personal hygiene.
• Turn and reposition bedridden patients.
• Review dietary restrictions and preferences for meals.
• Gather patient information from physicians and nurses.
• Record intake, outputs and vital signs as requested.
• Document observations of patient conditions and behavior.
• Stay up to date on CNA training and facility procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Communication skills (verbal & written

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Critical thinking

Basic computer skills

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent

State Certified Nursing Assistant Certification

Description du poste

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Summary: Provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Provides support to the healthcare team. The concepts of Patient Centered Care will provide the foundation for all nursing care.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide great patient care.
• Answer patient calls and determining how best to help them.
• Provide physical support for patients or residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, - using the toilet, walking, standing, or exercising.
• Turn and reposition bedridden patients.
• Ensure patients or residents receive appropriate diet by reviewing their dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences.
• Obtain a wide range of information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses about patient conditions, treatment plans, and suggested activities.
• Measure and recording food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output and reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
• Record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by staff.
• Examine patients to detect issues requiring medical care, including open wounds, bruises, or blood in the urine.
• Note observations of patient behavior, including complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
• Stay up to date on CNA training and facility policy and procedure.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• State Certified Nursing Assistant Certification
• At least one year of recent work experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• BLS and other required specialty certifications as required by the client.
• Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessment(s) required by the client.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.
• Fundamental computer skills and keyboard familiarity
• Demonstrated communication, organization and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology