Certified Nursing Assistant

Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to nursing staff and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across diverse healthcare settings. Your energetic approach and commitment to excellence will help foster a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for individuals of all ages and needs. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to the well-being of our community.

Duties

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts and manual handling techniques.
• Monitor vital signs like blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature; accurately document findings in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper handling and adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, implementing memory care strategies and behavioral health protocols.
• Assist with medical procedures such as catheter care, phlebotomy, and aseptic techniques in various clinical environments including ICU, emergency medicine, or outpatient clinics.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in settings like long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, or hospital units such as pediatrics or geriatrics.
• Ensure safe patient handling by practicing safe lifting practices during transfers and mobility assistance; operate equipment like Hoyer lifts safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and records using EMR/EHR systems; ensure compliance with all regulatory standards including HIPAA.
• Support infection control practices across all patien...