Nursing Assistant

Methodist Senior Services, Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Senior Services, Inc. is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant in Columbus, MS 39702 for 7a-3p full-time, non-exempt. The CNA will assist Elders with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety while upholding all applicable regulations and the company’s policies.

The role requires completion of an approved Nurse Aide training program and state certification, plus a high school diploma or GED. Prior health-care experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completed Nurse Aide training and state certification required.
• Must meet minimum age for work permit in Mississippi.

Responsibilities

• Provide activities of daily living (ADL) assistance to Elders.
• Follow federal, state and local regulations and Methodist Senior Services policies.
• Protect, sustain and nurture Elders with compassionate care.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Aide training course and state certification

Job description

• Location Columbus, MS, 39702,United States
• Job Category 7a-3p Full Time
• Employee Type Reg Full Time- Non-Exempt

Description

7a-3p Full Time

The role of the Certified Nursing Assistant is to protect, sustain and nurture the Elders by providing assistance with Activities of Daily Living and with other needs as required in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and within the established policies and procedures of the company (Methodist Senior Services) to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be maintained at all times.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

It is preferred that Certified Nursing Assistants have six (6) months experience working in a nursing home, hospital, home health agency or other health care facility. Must have high school diploma or GED and must have successfully completed an approved Nurse Aide training course and be certified in this state.

Minimum Qualifications

Must meet the minimum age requirements for a work permit in the state; must have verification that he/she is not listed on the "Mississippi Nurses Aide Abuse Registry";

Reasonable accommodation which does not create undue hardship will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.