Nurse Aide in Training - Non-Certified

Life Care Centers of America; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Federal Way is seeking a Nurse Aide in Training to provide routine nursing care under licensed supervision. The program offers sponsorship through a FREE WA State Approved CNA program. Full-time/Part-time/PRN opportunities may follow course completion.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, documenting care, and maintaining safety and dignity for residents, all while adhering to Life Care standards and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition and willingness to handle difficult patients.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant action.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and applicable laws and facility guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients under supervision.
• Assist with baths, showers, grooming, feeding and toileting.
• Accurately document and chart patient care.
• Respond promptly to call lights and maintain patient safety.

Skills

Patience

Independent decision-making

Nursing knowledge

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 21 Pay Rate Minimum: 21 Shift: Days

Hallmark Manor is located in Federal Way with easy access to freeways, shopping, and recreation. Our team believes in providing excellent patient care for the body, mind, and soul. As an associate of any level/type, we appreciate your opinions and feedback as we are here to also serve you. Come join us!

We are seeking professionals with diverse backgrounds that are interested in being sponsored while going through a FREE WA State Approved CNA program! *Full-time/Part-time/PRN opportunities available upon course completion. Share with your family & Friends!

The Nurse Aide in Training is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned patients under the directsupervision of a licensed nurse to assure patient safety and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, andpsychosocial 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 requirementsto become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

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
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care'sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand 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 supervisor 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
• 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.