CNA, Long Term Care and Skilled Nursing

Miami Jewish Health; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Jewish Health in Miami, FL is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care under licensed nursing supervision. You will assist with activities of daily living, transport residents, document care, and maintain clean, safe units.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a CNA program, with a current Florida CNA license and BLS certification. Prior nursing home experience is preferred; strong communication and empathy are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Certified Nursing Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under the supervision of a nurse.
• Assist with activities of daily living and maintain a comfortable environment.
• Transport residents and supplies between units and discharge.
• Document patient care activities on the unit.
• Organize, clean and maintain patient/resident areas.
• Ensure residents' rights are observed.
• Participate in departmental activities and follow guidelines.
• Perform clerical functions for the nursing unit.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Caring attitude

Geriatric care

English proficiency

Documentation

Calm under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Job description

Brief Description

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. Our four-star rated skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility is located on a beautiful 20+ acre campus just north of mid-town Miami.

Brief Description

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. Our four-star rated skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility is located on a beautiful 20+ acre campus just north of mid-town Miami.

We serve approximately 1200 patients and residents each year, providing a full range of long-term care, treatment, support, and post-hospitalization services. Join us now to do purposeful work with our diverse and respectful team.

Job Title

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Summary

Provides routine and repetitive patient care activities to patients and residents. Maintains standards of nursing care, under the supervision of licensed Nursing personnel, in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the Nursing Department, Miami Jewish Health Systems and regulatory agencies.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides basic care to patients under the supervision of a nurse
• Performs activities of daily living and maintains a comfortable environment
• Transports residents, supplies, equipment, etc. between the nursing unit and other departments or discharge
• Documents the patient care activities performed on the unit
• Organizes, cleans, and maintains the patient/resident units
• Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
• Participates in departmental activities and follows established guidelines
• Performs clerical functions for the nursing unit
• Performs related duties as required

Education

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Experience

• Minimum of three months recent experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant working in a nursing home environment preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current CNA license by the Florida State Board of Nursing
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification

Abilities Required

• Excellent communication skills to interact verbally with geriatric patients, residents, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates a caring attitude toward patients, residents, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates competency to perform duties effectively for geriatric patients or patients with diminished physical and/or mental capacity
• Ability to speak, read and write in the English language
• Ability to document information concisely and accurately
• Ability to think and act calmly to handle the unusual occurrences of the job
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals

Functional Demands

Environment Work Conditions

• Toxic or caustic chemicals; bio-hazardous waste, flammable, explosive gas

Infectious Material Exposure

• Routine exposure to blood, bodily fluids, tissues

Organizational Expectations

• Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM towards MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
• Able to speak, read and write English
• Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
• Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
• Maintains a safe working environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you’ve ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, 403b retirement savings plan, free on-campus parking, onsite fitness center and more.

Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.