Certified Nursing Assistant Full Time 1st Shift

Job Description

Description:

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides basic, direct care and assists in daily activities for residents in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current federal and state standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures and, as directed by nursing staff. Works collaboratively to support the Mission and Values of SCBMA.Requirements:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathe and dress residents, serve meals and assist residents to eat, take vital signs, reposition, provide and empty elimination equipment, lift or assist residents into beds, wheelchairs, etc., change linens and restock rooms with necessary supplies

Respond to resident call lights according to organization or regulatory entity policies and procedures

Make resident rounds every 2 hrs. and PRN

Report observation of resident bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds

Clean and sanitize resident areas

Ensure compliance with universal precautions infection control

Transport residents and equipment in vehicles, wheelchairs or walking, assist with boarding and exiting and securing wheelchairs and safety belts as required

Identify and report malfunctioning equipment immediately

Assist residents during admission and discharge, providing physical assistance and post mortem care

Participate in resident plan of care

Communicate information between physicians, residents and health care staff as appropriate

Report and record all accidents/incidents immediately

Ensure compliance with all regulations from DHEC, Fire and Safety, OSHA, Labor Laws, etc. and adhere to HIPAA confidentiality standards.

Other duties as assigned