Nurse Aide in Training - Non-Certified

Life Care Centers of America; Brookfield (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nurse Aide in Training to provide essential nursing care under supervision. This role is critical in ensuring the well-being of patients and requires a compassionate individual who can handle various responsibilities, from assisting with personal care to maintaining accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a State-approved CNA program and possess a high school diploma. Join a team that values integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to patient care, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be enrolled in a State-approved CNA program.
• CPR certification must be current.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine daily nursing care to assigned patients.
• Assist patients with personal grooming and feeding.
• Document and chart patient care accurately.

Skills

Patience

Tact

Cheerful disposition

Enthusiasm

Independent decision-making

Knowledge of nursing practices

Excellent customer service

Reasoning skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Currently enrolled in a State-approved CNA program

CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Nurse Aide in Training is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to assure patient safety and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each patient in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Currently enrolled in a State-approved CNA program and may work for a single consecutive period of four (4) months. At the conclusion of the four (4) month period the Nurse Aide in Training must meet the certification requirements to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult patients
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the nursing department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
• Assist patients with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
• 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
• Lift 35 lbs. floor to waist, lift 35 lbs. waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs., and push/pull 35 lbs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer