Certified Nurse Assistant

Job Description

Job Summary:

Provide supportive care in a medical detox and residential environment. Serving as a medication aide upon passing a certification test in the State where you reside. Collaborate with a passionate, dedicated team to ensure patients receive optimal nursing care at all times.

Duties a nd Responsibilities:

Answer call lights and bells to determine client needs

Assist clients with grooming, oral hygiene, bathing, hair, and incontinence care

Assist clients with a range of motion exercises

The movement to and from the bed as needed

Obtain and record vital signs and intake and output as directed

Communicate to the nursing team changes in clients’ clinical condition

Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, and personal interest, as well as a calm environment

Demonstrate pride in the organization by keeping areas clean and safe

Act decisively and quickly in emergencies

Demonstrate ongoing responsibility and commitment through good attendance

Performs duties in an ethical, legal, and caring manner

Performs duties safely and effectively to ensure client comfort and welfare

Respects client rights

Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare

Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others

Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently

Dispense oral, inhalation, and topical medications to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law.

Observe patients for drug reactions and report any problems to the nurses.

Performing tasks associated with medication administration, including patient vital signs, calculating medication dosages, and stocking the medication cart.

Recording medication administration according to agency procedure

Perform other tasks/duties as assigned

Required License(s)/Certification(s):

Certified Nurse Assistant by the State Department for Aging and Disability Services Health Occupations Credentialing

BLS Provider credentialed by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Education/Experience/Qualification:

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required

Previous CNA experience preferred but not required

Must have a current CNA certification.

Must have excellent time management skills and be able to work on deadlines

Must be able to maintain a courteous, friendly, and helpful attitude with residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times

Previous Medication Aide experience

Full-time