Nurse Aide In Training

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nursing Assistant in Training to provide essential care and support to residents while completing a certification program. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and participation in a state-approved training program, with responsibilities including vital sign monitoring, personal care assistance, and a commitment to resident dignity and safety.

Qualifications

• Must be a student in a state-approved CNA program.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress.

Responsibilities

• Takes and records vital signs and cares for residents.
• Assists with daily living activities and maintains a safe environment.
• Cleans and maintains nursing areas.

Skills

English language proficiency

Tact and patience

Positive attitude

Independent decision making

Ability to relate with residents

Education

High school diploma or GED

Enrollment in Certified Nursing Assistant program

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Nursing Assistant in Training may function in the capacity of a nurse assistant only after

completing a certified nursing assistant program and are waiting to take the state skills and written

exam. The non-certified Nursing Assistant in Training may function as a nurse assistant and assure

resident safety, while completing a state-approved certification program. Once state testing is

completed and Nursing Assistants in Training receive confirmation of passing, they are not considered

a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and would follow the job description for the CNA.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Care and Services:

The Nursing Assistant in Training follows state-approved clinical curriculum including:

o Takes and records vital signs

o Measures and records height and weight

o Calculates and records weight gain or loss

o Calculates and records fluid intake and output

o Cares for the Resident's environment

o Recognize abnormal changes in body function and the importance of reporting such

changes to a supervisor

o Makes routine rounds on assigned Resident

o Bathes Residents

o Assists with grooming, including mouth care

o Dresses Residents

o Toilets Residents

o Assists with eating and hydration

o Uses proper feeding techniques

o Calculates and records percentage of meal eaten

o Observes Resident's skin when giving care and reports changes to licensed nurse.

o Provides skin care per protocols

o Is aware of developmental tasks associated with the aging process.

o Responds to Residents' behaviors in ways to help minimize the behaviors .

o Allows Residents to make personal choices.

o Provides and reinforces other behavior consistent with the Residents' dignity.

Provides nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing by:

o Promoting Resident’s/Resident’s ability to adopt and adjust to living as independtly as

possible

Provides non-Resident care including, but not limited to:

o Washing wheelchairs

o Cleaning soiled utility areas

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o Cleaning nurses stations

o Cleaning shower and whirlpool rooms

o Cleaning kitchen areas on the nursing unit

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education

Must possess a high school diploma or GED.

Must be a student in the facility’s state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.

Possess some computer skills and understanding of documentation software program

preferred.

Specific Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such

action.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors,

government agency personnel, and the general public.

Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.

Must have patience, tact, a positive attitude and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to

handle difficult residents.

Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them

into existing nursing practices.

Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices)

Must be able to move continuously throughout the workday.

Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function

adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work

effectively with residents, families, personnel, and support agencies.

Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which may

include a medical and physical examination.

Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at

times, hostile people within the facility.

Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 10 pounds to a minimum height of 5

feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 5 feet.

May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Sitting: 1-2 hour per 8-hour shift. Alternates frequently to standing and walking.

Standing: 4-5 hours per 8-hour shift. Alternates frequently to walking and occasionally to

sitting.

Walking: 2-3 hours per 8 hour shift. Alternates frequently to standing and occasionally to

sitting.

Lifting: 1-10 lbs. Continuously

11-20 lbs. Occasionally

21-35 lbs. Rarely

36-50 lbs. Rarely

51-75 lbs. Rarely

> 75 lbs. Rarely

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Carrying: 1-10 lbs. Continuously

11-20 lbs. Rarely

21-35 lbs. Rarely

Driving: Rarely

Pushing: Continuously

Bending: Occasionally

Squatting: Rarely

Kneeling: Rarely

Crawling: Rarely

Climbing: Rarely

Reaching: Occasionally

Grasping: Occasionally

Fine Manipulation: Continuously

(Frequency: Never=0%; Rarely=1-10%; Occasionally=11=33%; Frequently = 34-66%; Continuously =

67%+)

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of

race, color, age, sex, religion, veteran’s status, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other

characteristic protected by law.