Geriatric Care CNA — Compassionate Patient Support

Life Care Centers of America; Stoneham (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Stoneham, MA seeks a Certified Nursing Aide to monitor and report patient condition, assist with daily activities, and ensure safety and comfort in a post-acute setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completion of state-approved CNA program, active CNA license, CPR certification, and at least one year geriatric nursing experience preferred; orientation provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a State approved CNA program.
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients.
• Assist patients with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting.
• Accurately document and chart patient care.
• Respond to call lights promptly.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

CNA program completed

Active CNA license

CPR certification

1 year geriatric nursing experience preferred

Job description

Life Care Centers of America in Stoneham, MA seeks a Certified Nursing Aide to monitor and report patient condition, assist with daily activities, and ensure safety and comfort in a post-acute setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completion of state-approved CNA program, active CNA license, CPR certification, and at least one year geriatric nursing experience preferred; orientation provided.