Nursing Assistant

THE PALACE GROUP; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxury Senior Living Communities in Coral Gables, FL is seeking a Nursing Assistant. The ideal candidate will assist residents with daily living activities, monitor health, and support therapies as directed by nursing staff.

Florida CNA certification is preferred; CPR/First Aid is required; Spanish is a plus. Must have a high school diploma or GED, experience with geriatric residents, and ability to communicate in English; familiarity with AHCA standards is expected.

Qualifications

• CNA Florida Certification preferred.
• CPR/First Aid card required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with geriatric residents in a similar setting.
• Ability to operate mobility devices.
• English reading/writing with good comprehension; Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise residents' activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Observe changes in residents' condition and report to nurse.
• Provide friendly and supportive care and respond to needs.
• Take residents' vital signs and report findings.
• Prepare admission packets and supplies for new admissions.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in residents' apartments daily.
• Encourage attendance to therapies as ordered by the physician.
• Orient residents to community areas, activities, meals, and services.
• Respond quickly to emergency call system.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish preferred

Education

CNA Florida Certification (preferred)

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Luxury Senior Living Communities

In Coral Gables, Kendall & Homestead

Job Title: Nursing Assistant

Palace Suites Independent Living Community

11377 SW 84th Street Miami, FL 33173

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise the residents Activities of Daily Living.
• Observe residents for any changes in condition and report.
• Be friendly and supportive to residents; respond to residents' needs and requests.
• Take residents' vital signs and blood pressure as indicated by nurse and promptly report findings.
• Prepare admission packets/supplies for new admissions.
• Carry out all safety measures for residents and self in body mechanics, half side rails, spills, etc.
• Encourage & assist residents to attend all therapies as ordered by the physician.
• Guide and orient residents to all of our community areas, daily activities, meal services and other services.
• Maintain residents' apartments in a clean and organized manner on a daily basis.
• Always respond to Emergency call system quickly.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant Florida Certification, preferred
• Must obtain current CPR/First Aid card.
• High school degree or equivalent (GED)
• Experience in working with geriatric residents in a similar type of setting such as Nursing Home or Assisted Living Facility.
• Able to operate equipment, such as wheelchairs, walkers & pendants, etc.
• Ability to speak, read & write English with good comprehension. Spanish preferred.
• Basic math skills required.
• Must be familiar with AHCA Regulations, State and Federal Laws.

The Ideal Candidate

• Responsible, always on time, resourceful, very accurate and detail-oriented.
• Flexible as to work schedule. Must be available to work on weekends, holidays and in emergency situations.
• Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently AND as a team member.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal communications, interpersonal skills and empathetic listening.
• Exhibit an enthusiastic and friendly personality that has aptitude for working with a variety of people.