Nurse Assistant NAR

Avalon Health Care Group; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical, Dental & Vision

FSA & Dependent Care FSA

Life Insurance

AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short/

Job summary

Avalon Health Care Group's Grays Harbor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Aberdeen is seeking qualified Nursing Assistants who hold an active NAR and have completed CNA courses with clinicals. This role is for those waiting for your CNA license to become active.

Starting at $20.00 per hour, the position offers full-time hours, growth opportunities, and our support for certification and advancement as you develop with the team.

Qualifications

• Must have active Nurse Assistant Registry (NAR) and completed CNA courses with clinicals.
• Must obtain CNA certification within 120 days of hire.
• Must be 18+ and able to read, write and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
• Ambulate residents and assist with transfers.
• Provide proper positioning and postural support; maintain resident positioning.
• Weigh residents and record weights accurately.
• Provide restorative and rehabilitative nursing under supervision.
• Respond to resident and family needs within scope of practice.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families and care team.

Skills

NAR registration

CNA coursework

Clinical experience

Education

CNA training program

Job description

Grays Harbor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Aberdeen is looking for qualified candidates who have an active NAR, completed CNA courses and clinicals to join our team as a Nursing Assistant. Work as a Nursing Assistant while you wait for your CNA license to become active.

Starting at $20.00 per hour

Must receive CNA license within 120 days of hire.

The Non-Certified Nurse Assistants will perform direct resident care duties under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel and will assist with promoting a compassionate physical and psychosocial environment for the residents.

Avalon offers competitive pay with career growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement and career advancement courses. Some of our Nurse Managers started off as CNAs, then became Nurse Techs, LPNs, RNs, and even Directors! Develop lasting relationships with your patients and the staff in our building. The valuable work we do makes a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Full-time Are Eligible For

• 401K
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA & Dependent Care FSA
• Life Insurance
• AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance.

Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401k

Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Take and record temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
• Ambulate residents.
• Apply proper lifting and transferring techniques.
• Provide proper positioning and use of postural supports.
• Maintain residents’ positioning, as needed.
• Weigh residents on schedule and record weights accurately.
• Provide restorative and rehabilitative nursing.
• Directly respond, within the scope of practice, to needs and concerns of residents and family members.
• Work with the care giving team to identify and resolve resident and family issues.
• Promptly respond to call lights and other resident needs.
• Treat residents with compassion and dignity.
• Establish effective communication/interaction with residents and families.
• Ensure residents are given correct diet.
• Use proper feeding techniques while respecting personal dignity and meeting the residents’ needs for socialization.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have an active Nurse Assistant Registration (NAR), completed CNA Courses and completed clinicals.
• Must obtain the Certified Nurse Assistant certification within 120 days of hire. Once certified, the title will change to Certified Nurse Assistant and employee must maintain a current certification in the state throughout employment.
• Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Must be willing to assist others, including co-workers.
• Must maintain regular attendance.
• Must pass criminal background investigation, reference inquiry, and vaccine mandate attestation requirements of either having been vaccinated or present documentation needed for a medical or religious exemption.
• Recent clinical experience or education is preferred.

Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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