CNA (LTC) - (Full-time 2nd shift)

Mozaic Senior Life; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mozaic Senior Life in Bridgeport, Connecticut is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants to provide quality daily nursing care. Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily activities, observing changes in condition, and documentation of care. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, as well as CT C.N.A. Certification.

This full-time position involves shifts from 3:00pm to 11:00pm and requires working every other weekend. Experience in a Long-Term Care environment is preferred. Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing residents' quality of life.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a Long-Term Care environment preferred.
• CT C.N.A. Certification is required.
• Knowledge of techniques and regulations in nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care and assists residents with daily living activities.
• Observes residents for changes and reports to the charge nurse.
• Documents care accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills

Ability to relate to ill, disabled, elderly residents

Communication skills

Ability to handle multiple demands

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Provides assigned residents with quality daily nursing care in accordance with Mozaic Senior Life core values and within established guidelines under the direction of a licensed nurse.

Reports to: Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Clinical Nurse Leader, Guide Assistant Nursing Director, Nursing Director

Titles supervised: n/a

Hours per week: (Full-time 30 hrs. & 37.5 hrs.) 3:00pm - 11:00pm shift

Positions include working every other weekend.

Duties

1. Provides basic nursing care and assists residents with activities of daily living at Mozaic Senior Life.
2. Observes residents for any changes in their condition and reports changes promptly to the charge nurse.
3. Documents care and observations accurately and in a timely manner.
4. Follows standard precautions while delivering care and keeps residents' area clean and organized. Uses equipment in a safe manner according to facility policy and manufacturer recommendations.
5. Participates in the care plan process. Follows the resident's individual plan of care.
6. Responds to resident needs promptly.
7. Maintains cooperative relationships by providing support and activities and assistance to co-workers to ensure quality resident/patient care.
8. Contributes to and promotes positive resident and family relationships.
9. Follows facility policies and procedures.
10. Maintains confidentiality at all times.
11. Participates in educational and in-service meetings to update knowledge of techniques, guidelines and regulations. Attends all mandatory programs.
12. Successfully completes Clinical Competencies for Certified Nursing Assistants.
13. All other related duties as assigned.

This description of responsibilities is intended to reflect the major 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.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: 6 months - 1 year experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a Long-Term Care environment preferred
• Licensure: CT C.N.A. Certification
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile residents within the facility. Ability to handle multiple demands and deadlines; Ability to read and communicate effectively; Ability to utilize various software packages to carry out position responsibilities.