Job SummaryThe CNA will provide outstanding patient care and physical support for patients and residents daily.
Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Providing great patient care.Answering patient calls and determining how best to help them.Providing physical support for patients or residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, - using the toilet, walking, standing, or exercising.Turning and repositioning bedridden patients.Ensuring patients or residents receive an appropriate diet by reviewing their dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences.Obtaining a wide range of information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses about patient conditions, treatment plans, and suggested activities.Measuring and recording food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output and reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.Recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by staff.Examining patients to detect issues requiring medical care, including open wounds, bruises, or blood in the urine.Reminding patients to take medications and nutritional supplements.Noting observations of patient behavior, including complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.Stay up to date on CNA training and facility policy and procedure.Required Skills/Abilities
State Certified Nursing Assistant Certification.Current CPR (American Heart Association).Nursing degree from a CNA program.Ability to think and work independently and with direction and communicate with staff members in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.Education and Experience
High school diploma required;At least one year of related experience required.Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNone
Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThe days of week required for this role will vary; hours will vary.
FSLAW-2 Employee
Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.