Compassionate CNA: Veteran Care Champion

State of Missouri; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

3 weeks paid sick leave

13 paid holidays

Health (medical, dental, vision) and免费

Retirement

Up to $25/month match on savings plan

6 weeks paid leave for birth or adopt

Job summary

The Missouri Veterans Home, part of the Missouri Veterans Commission, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate care to our state's heroes. You will work with a dedicated team of nursing professionals, following individualized care plans and documenting observations for nursing staff.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, accurate vitals, and reporting any needs or concerns.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid certified nursing assistant certification

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent Veteran care and support according to the individualized care plan.
• Communicate and document specific information to nursing staff regarding information and observations of the Veterans’ needs, preferences and/or complaints voiced by Veteran/family.
• Attend to individual needs of Veterans which may include but is not limited to assistance with grooming, bathing/showering, oral hygiene, delivery and set up of food trays, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, repositioning, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, communicating, skin care, or other needs in keeping with the individual’s care requirements.
• Accurately perform and document vitals, heights, and weights.
• Walk and stand extensively as well as stoop, bend, and lift to provide quality care to Veterans.
• Work overtime as needed.

Skills

CNA certification

Job description

The Missouri Veterans Home, part of the Missouri Veterans Commission, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate care to our state's heroes. You will work with a dedicated team of nursing professionals, following individualized care plans and documenting observations for nursing staff.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, accurate vitals, and reporting any needs or concerns.