Geriatric Nursing Assistant

White Coat Healthcare Staffing Service; Centreville (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company is seeking a Geriatric Nursing Assistant in Centreville, Maryland. This role involves providing nursing care under the supervision of a staff nurse, responding to patient needs, and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs). Candidates must have experience with geriatric patients in a long-term care setting and be certified in Maryland. A high school diploma and a caring attitude are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Geriatric Patients in LTC/Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Certified in Maryland.
• Must pass Criminal Background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care following established routines.
• Record residents' vital signs accurately and on time.
• Assist residents with ADLs.

Skills

Good nursing skills

Patience

Understanding

Positive, caring attitude

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the job Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Under supervision of the staff nurse, you will provide nursing care according to facility policies and procedures. Responsible for meeting patients daily needs and responding to call lights; and assist patients with their ADLs.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality nursing care in accordance with established routines and procedures to ensure residents comfort and safety.
• Takes and records residents vital signs, weight, intake and output, and other measurements accurately and on time.
• Provides assistance with all ADLs for assigned residents.
• Maintains documentation on residents/patients charts according to facility protocol.
• Promptly answers residents call lights.
• Demonstrates knowledge of infection control and consistently practice standard precautions.
• Regularly assumes responsibility for residents clothing and personal property by securing items in accordance with established routines.

Requirements

• Experience working with Geriatric Patients in LTC/Skilled Nursing Facility.
• PPD/X-Ray.
• Certified in Maryland.
• Criminal Background (No Charge).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess good nursing skills, patience, understanding, and a positive, caring attitude. Must be extremely responsible, reliable and dedicated to the shifts you select.