Compassionate CNA: Dignified Resident Care & Support

The Orchards; Chester (Delaware County); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Orchards in a skilled nursing setting seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct resident care under licensed staff. You will assist with activities of daily living, observe health changes, and support an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centered care.

You will help with transfers, vital signs, documentation, and safety rounds while maintaining resident dignity and comfort. Prior geriatrics experience and CPR are preferred.

Formación

• Current, active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of employment (West Virginia or Ohio).
• Completion of an approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred or obtained within the required timeframe.
• Minimum of six months of experience in geriatric or long-term care preferred.
• Experience caring for residents with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other specialized populations is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate resident lift equipment and follow safe resident handling procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ability to complete all required documentation accurately and timely.
• Annual Tuberculosis (TB) screening and other required health screenings.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct resident care according to individualized care plans, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene, eating, and other activities of daily living.
• Assist residents with transfers, ambulation, repositioning, range of motion, and the safe use of mobility and mechanical lift equipment.
• Perform resident safety rounds at regular intervals throughout the shift to promote resident comfort, safety, and well-being.
• Measure and accurately record vital signs, weights, intake and output, and other assigned observations, reporting changes in condition immediately to the Charge Nurse.
• Observe residents for changes in physical, emotional, cognitive, or behavioral status and promptly communicate concerns to licensed nursing staff.
• Respond promptly to residents' call lights and requests for assistance while providing compassionate, respectful care.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, meals, hydration, and feeding assistance as needed.
• Encourage and assist residents in participating in recreational and therapeutic activities that promote quality of life.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of resident care using approved documentation systems.
• Maintain resident rooms, equipment, and common areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition while following infection prevention and control practices.

Conocimientos

CNA certification

Compassionate care

Communication

Team collaboration

Infection control

Educación

Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

CPR certification

Descripción del empleo

The Orchards in a skilled nursing setting seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct resident care under licensed staff. You will assist with activities of daily living, observe health changes, and support an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centered care.

You will help with transfers, vital signs, documentation, and safety rounds while maintaining resident dignity and comfort. Prior geriatrics experience and CPR are preferred.