CNA, Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center (Call-in)

Allied Services; Scranton (Lackawanna County); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A healthcare provider in Lackawanna County seeks a Certified Nurse Aide to assist in patient care under the supervision of registered and practical nurses. The role involves transporting and preparing residents, maintaining hygiene of equipment and areas. Qualified candidates should possess a high school diploma, complete the Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Program, and have good communication skills. Experience in a geriatric setting and CPR certification are preferred. This is an essential role in ensuring high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Six months experience as a Nurse Aide in a geriatric setting preferred.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.

Responsabilités

• Assist nurses in carrying out routine assignments.
• Transport and prepare residents and equipment.
• Keep equipment and areas in an orderly hygienic condition.

Connaissances

Good written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Program

Description du poste

Brief Description

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse, the Certified Nurse Aide assists nurses in carrying out routine assignments, transporting and preparing residents and equipment and keeping equipment and areas in an orderly hygienic condition.

The Certified Nurse Aide must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.

Type of supervision exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position: none.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Program required.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Six months experience as a Nurse Aide in a geriatric setting preferred.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
• Must meet federal requirements for enrollment on the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry upon employment.
• Must be sixteen years of age or older (will work within restrictions of child labor law).
• CPR Certification preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction (including promoting and maintaining positive relationships) with patients, visitors or other hospital personnel.
• Must adhere to nursing policies and standards and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Must be willing to rotate to other units as necessary.