Nurse Aide in Training - Non-Certified

Life Care Centers of America; Carrollton (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nurse Aide in Training to deliver essential nursing care under supervision. The role emphasizes patient safety and well-being, requiring a high school diploma and enrollment in a CNA program. Applicants must demonstrate patience and a positive attitude while assisting patients with daily activities. This position offers a vital entry point into the nursing field, with opportunities for certification.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a State-approved CNA program.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine daily nursing care to assigned patients.
• Assist patients with baths, grooming, feeding, and toileting under supervision.
• Document and chart patient care accurately.

Skills

Patience

Tact

Enthusiasm

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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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. The goal is to ensure patient safety and promote 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, capable of working for a consecutive period of four (4) months. After this period, the Nurse Aide in Training must meet certification requirements to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, enthusiasm, and willingness to handle difficult patients
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Knowledge of nursing practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in a 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 patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Maintain professional relationships with all staff and vendors
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information
• Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completing mandatory training

Essential Functions

• Lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients under supervision
• Assist patients with baths, showers, grooming, feeding, and toileting under supervision
• Document and chart patient care accurately
• Respond promptly to call lights
• Provide excellent customer service with a positive attitude
• Assist in patient evacuation
• Demonstrate dependable attendance
• Use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Perform physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and walking during work hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand English
• Lift and carry up to 35 lbs., and push/pull 35 lbs.