CNA-UMA Certified Nursing Assistant, Assisted Living

Philip Health Services; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for their Assisted Living facility in Rapid City, SD. The role involves providing essential patient care, including assisting with daily activities and monitoring vital signs. Ideal candidates will have completed an accredited training program and possess strong communication and clinical skills. This is a full-time position with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited training program required.
• High school diploma or GED necessary.
• Entry-level position with little to no prior experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Maintain patient hygiene and comfort.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Clinical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited training program

Job description

CNA-UMA Certified Nursing Assistant, Assisted Living

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A Nursing Assistant, or a Nursing Aide, provides healthcare and support to patients in a medical facility. Their main duties include offering basic physical assistance to patients, feeding patients according to their dietary needs and recording vital signs.

Nursing Assistant Duties and Responsibilites

Responsibilities

A Nursing Assistant has several duties and responsibilities that they learn through studies and experience. Since their job is to provide basic care for daily living of patients, their work consists of the following:

• Help patients use the bathroom
• Clean and bathe patients or residents
• Maintain patients' hygiene and change bedding
• Turn, reposition and move patients between wheelchairs, seats and beds
• Serve meals and help patients eat their food
• Measure vital signs like blood pressure and temperature
• Listen to patients regarding any health concerns they might have and report details to a Registered Nurse or Doctor
  
  

Nursing Assistant Skills And Qualifications

There are certain skills and qualifications that are important to be a Nursing Assistant, including:

• Excellent attention to detail
• Great written and verbal communication
• Ability to carefully read and follow directions
• Flexibility in work duties and schedule
• Good teamwork skills
• Ability to lift and move patients
• Good function of clinical skills and knowledge
  
  

Nursing Assistant Education And Training Requirements

Nursing Assistants need to complete an accredited training program and pass a state-issued exam. In order to qualify for a training program, they need a high school diploma or GED. Programs can take one to four months to complete and involve classroom instruction and practical experience. Certified Nursing Assistants should be listed on the CNA registry.

Nursing Assistant Experience Requirements

Since being a Nursing Assistant is usually an entry-level job, they little to no prior experience. Graduates from certified nursing programs complete in-person training, so they have some experience. Some employers may prefer Nursing Assistants with at least one year of experience, especially if they need to work with special types of patients who need extra care. In most cases, Nursing Assistants receive on-the-job training from Licensed Practical Nurses and Registered Nurses until they feel comfortable enough to perform their responsibilities with little supervision.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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