Nursing Assistant- Skilled Nursing Unit - Part Time

Guthrie; Towanda (Bradford County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Nursing Assistant for its Skilled Nursing Unit in Towanda, PA. This part-time role involves providing essential care to skilled nursing residents, ensuring their comfort and safety. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and must acquire Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Certification within 120 days of hire. This position is ideal for entry-level candidates looking to start a career in health care, with a focus on teamwork and resident support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.
• Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Certification required within 120 days of hire.
• Ability to read, write, and understand communication.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to assure resident comfort.
• Participates in team conferences and care planning.
• Prepares residents for meals and assists in feeding.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and understand written and oral communication

Compliance with rules and regulations

Direct care to assure resident comfort

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Certification

Job description

Nursing Assistant- Skilled Nursing Unit - Part Time

Position Summary:
As a member of the Skilled Nursing team, the certified nursing assistant assists the professional nursing staff by providing care that allows the skilled nursing residents to function at their highest level. Services to be provided for residents over 16 years of age regardless of age, race, religion, and cultural background. Majority of services provided for elderly.
Education, License & Cert:
High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.
Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Certification required within 120 days of hire through verified reciprocity or from completion of CNA training program.
Experience:
Preferable but not required. Ability to read, write, and understand written and oral communication. Follows universal precautions and utilizes proper body mechanics. Maintains CPR certification. Act 34 (criminal background check).
Essential Functions:
1. Compliance with rules and regulations of all federal, state, and local governments is a requirement of employment.
2. Provides direct care to assure resident comfort.
3. Participates in team conferences and care planning
4. Prepares residents for meals, assists in feeding.
5. Maintains resident’s rights.
6. Makes rounds. Anticipates resident needs and responds to call lights.
7. Reports to appropriate nursing personnel pertinent information including any changes observed in condition or behavior of resident.
8. Provides input into resident care plans.
9. Assists in maintaining safe and clean environment.
10. Other duties assigned, reasonably related.
11. Assists in orientation of nursing assistants.
12. Completes daily documentation.
13. Keeps informed of fire, safety, and disaster programs.
14. Attends designated in-service programs.
15. Participates in Performance Improvement activities.
16. Attends staff meetings.
Other Duties: 1. Other duties as assigned.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care