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Certified Nursing Assistant
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Job Description
Overview Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and become a vital part of providing compassionate, high-quality patient care across diverse settings. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to work closely with patients of all ages, including geriatric, pediatric, and individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions. As a CNA, you will deliver essential support to nursing staff while fostering a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment. Your energetic approach and commitment to excellence will help improve patient outcomes and enhance their
Duties
- Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote independence and comfort
- Take vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature accurately and record findings in electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems)
- ensure proper documentation following HIPAA guidelines and medical terminology standards
- Provide specialized care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or memory impairments using techniques like aseptic procedures and safe manual handling practices
- Operate equipment such as Hoyer lifts and ensure safe transfer of patients while adhering to infection control protocols and OSHA safety standards
- Document patient observations thoroughly in medical records, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational policies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in acute care settings like ICU, emergency medicine, or long-term care facilities to deliver comprehensive patient service
Experience
- Prior experience working in long-term care facilities, nursing homes, assisted living communities, or hospitals is highly preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, vital signs monitoring, and basic life support (BLS/CPR) certification
- Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks is advantageous
- Familiarity with caring for ger...
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