Student CNA Training Program

Job Description

Position: Nursing Assistant

NHC Cookeville is looking for self-motivated, enthusiastic Nursing Assistants to join our team! A Nursing Assistant provides direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Assists patient with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, comforts and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of residents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Health - Ability to meet performance requirements.

Dependable transportation and child care- individuals must be able to be at work when you are scheduled to work.

Personal Qualifications:

1. Sensitive to our patients' physical and psychosocial needs.

2. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

3. Capable of charting accurately in the Patient Care Record or other similar form.

4. Pleasant and cheerful personality.

5. Tactful and courteous approach with patients and visitors.

6. Treat all patient information as confidential material.

7. Adhere to dress code as directed by center policy (see Personnel Manual.)

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality long-term care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.