Certified Nurse Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), you will work closely with healthcare professionals, including nurses and doctors, to provide essential care to patients. You will be responsible for assisting with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients. In addition, you will help patients with mobility, ensuring they are able to move safely throughout the facility. Your role will also involve monitoring vital signs, recording patient information, and reporting any changes or concerns to the healthcare team.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of acute patient care experience preferred.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Technical competence and effective communication skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions accurately
• Physical stamina to perform required tasks (lifting, standing, walking)

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or equivalent

LICENSURES/CERTIFICATION:

• Current Certified Nurse Assistant certification
• Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification
• Must successfully complete and maintain LA City Fire Card certification
• Must successfully complete and maintain Management of Assaultive Behavior (MOAB) training within the first 30 days of employment/transfer.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Help patients with mobility, ensuring they are able to move safely
• Monitor and record vital signs, reporting any changes or concerns to the healthcare team
• Assist with feeding patients, ensuring dietary requirements are met
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients
• Maintain cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas
• Follow infection control protocols to ensure the safety of patients and staff

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care:
• Assist with nutrition, personal hygiene, toileting, and mobility.
• Monitoring and Reporting:
• Conduct vital signs, input/output measurements, and other delegated tasks.
• Observe and report changes in patient conditions to the Registered Nurse.
• Environment Maintenance:
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment.
• Ensure patient safety by keeping call lights within reach and maintaining clear paths to the bathroom.
• Patient Advocacy:
• Act as a patient advocate and service ambassador, providing culturally sensitive care.
• Transportation:
• Assist in the transportation of patients and specimens.
• Quality Initiatives:
• Participate in service and quality initiatives like hourly rounding and turning programs.
• Confidentiality:
• Maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.

Salary Range: $24.00 to $27.50 per hour

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