Compassionate CNA — Skilled Nursing: Direct Patient Care

UVM Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide to provide direct patient care, including hygiene and activities of daily living, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

NYS Long Term Care certified CNAs are required; high school diploma or GED is needed within 2 years, and prior CNA experience is preferred. Pre-employment screening and physical are required; priority is given to bargaining unit employees within seven days of posting.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent must be obtained within 2 years.
• Completion of a NYS approved Long Term Care training program and hold current NYS certification required.
• Previous experience as a nursing assistant preferred.
• Meets requirements of pre-employment screening and physical.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients/residents including hygiene and activities of daily living under RN supervision.
• Performs tasks allowed to unlicensed personnel under NYS regulations and hospital policies.
• Supports the unit/department functions as assigned by the RN or manager.

Education

NYS Certified Nursing Assistant

Job description

UVM Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide to provide direct patient care, including hygiene and activities of daily living, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

NYS Long Term Care certified CNAs are required; high school diploma or GED is needed within 2 years, and prior CNA experience is preferred. Pre-employment screening and physical are required; priority is given to bargaining unit employees within seven days of posting.