Regional CNA

Diversicare; Oak Ridge (TN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Excellent 401k plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time

Long and Short Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Referral Bonuses

DiversICARE - employee hardship fund

Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet

Job summary

Diversicare is hiring a Regional Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. As a Travel CNA, you will support various centers by providing direct, hands-on nursing care to residents. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, responding to resident needs, and ensuring safety. Candidates must be certified and have experience in a nursing environment. The position requires a valid driver's license for travel between centers. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, and 401k plans.

Qualifications

• Certified in the state as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Experience preferred.
• Able to perform a variety of activities characterized by change and short duration.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Respond to resident call lights for comfort and safety.
• Transport residents to areas of the facility.

Skills

Communication

Direct care services

Infection control techniques

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tools

Auto insurance

Driver's license

Job description

Overview

Are you a CNA ready to take your talents on the road? We are hiring a Regional CNA for our centers in the region. As a Travel CNA you will support workforce needs at assigned centers within the region and assist professional nursing personnel by delivering direct, hands‑on nursing care to residents on a daily basis.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Excellent 401k plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• DiversICARE - employee hardship fund
• Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet

Responsibilities

1. Perform or assist the resident with completing Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
2. Respond to resident call lights to provide maximum comfort, safety, and privacy.
3. Transport residents by ambulation or wheelchair to areas of the facility (dining room, lobby, and activities).
4. Report any significant findings or observations to the nurse immediately.
5. Assist residents on admissions, transfer, and discharge to make a smooth transition.
6. Safekeeping of residents’ personal possessions.
7. Keep resident rooms neat and safe.
8. Follow proper infection control techniques.
9. Respect the rights of each resident, particularly privacy and confidentiality.
10. Re‑teach residents to perform ADL skills.
11. Provide restorative care to prevent pressure sores, contractures, and complications.
12. Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement and ensure follow‑up occurs.
13. Converse with residents and families; assist them with adjustment to the center; handle complaints effectively and develop relationships to meet residents’ psychosocial needs.
14. Ensure adequate hydration and nutrition of residents; report deviations from the norm to the Charge Nurse promptly.
15. Perform blood pressure, pulse, respirations, intake/outcome, and weight measurements accurately; record them.
16. Participate in care‑planning conferences; follow through with the nursing component.
17. Follow safe working practices and report any incidents promptly to the Charge Nurse.
18. Maintain effective communication with residents, families, and center staff.
19. Other duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse.
20. Conduct one‑on‑one or small‑group activities for cognitively impaired, behavioral, and/or isolated patients; group activities for residents at high risk of falls or elopement.
21. Monitor 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. snacks and post‑meal hydration cart.
22. Manage and oversee the walk‑to‑dine program.
23. Monitor compliance with thickened liquids.
24. Assist residents with meals at lunch and dinner.
25. Document room visits.
26. Assist residents participating in activity programs.
27. Must be available to work overtime as needed, up to and including double shifts.
28. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or the Director of Nursing Services.
29. Must be able to travel to any center within the company.

Qualifications

1. Certified in the state as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
2. Experience preferred.
3. Verbal ability required to communicate with residents and to understand instructions received from nursing staff.
4. A preference for performing direct care services is a benefit.
5. Able to perform a variety of activities characterized by change and short duration in caring for residents.
6. Ability to read, write, and accurately report.
7. Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required.

Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.