CNA Palmdale Congregate Living Palmdale, CA Job Details Full-time $18 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health insurance 401(k) Qualifications CPR Certification Respiratory devices Vital signs Medical equipment operation Tube feeding Patient lift systems BLS Certification Rehabilitation devices English Wheelchair mobility assistance Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities CNA Full Job Description We are a congregate living facility that is currently hiring CNAs. We have 12 hour shifts for which you will be paid 18.00 per hour for the first 8 hours of your shift and 27.00 for the remaining 4 hours of overtime. That means for the 12 hour shift your hourly pay averages out to 21.00 Job Description Certified Nurse Assistant Reports to: Charge LVN Nurse /Nursing Supervisor/RN Administrator Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, provides nursing care to clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Upholds the philosophy and mission of The Congregate Living Facility. 2. Performs nursing care as directed, adhering to guidelines as set forth under The Congregate Living Facilities Policy & Procedures, the California Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 and T JC standards which this Congregate Living Facility embraces. 3. Maintains clinical competencies and required CEU's for licensure/ certification. Attends required in-services in order to increase knowledge and skills and to improve quality of care. 4. Fulfills the personal health needs of the client(s) related to activities of daily living. This includes AM/PM care; skin; bladder; bowel programs; nutrition and hydration; vital signs; assistance with self medication program; transfers from surface to surface; positioning and wheelchair safety; care of nasogastric and gastrostomy tubes, use of ventilators/ respiratory equipment; manual and power wheelchairs. 5. Fulfills program training components for client independence and community re-entry. Accompanies clients to medical appointments, or other business within the community. 6. Reports changes in the clients' condition promptly to the charge nurse/ nurse supervisor. 7. Demonstrates correct use of equipment, supplies, and prosthetic / orthotic devices. 8. Applies proper body mechanics and safety awareness at all times. 9. Organizes I completes optimal bedside care for assigned clients, keeping client's room and household environment clean and neat. 10. Assists environmental services staff by performing household services as directed, reporting need for supplies or equipment. 11. Handles and cares for clients' personal property through proper labeling and storage of all items, through out the admission, transfer, and discharge procedures. 12. Complies with Infection Control and Safety policies and procedures. 13. Utilizes and contributes to documentation within the medical record and other information systems to assure continuity and quality of client care and program operation. 14. Promotes harmonious relationships and favorable attitudes among the health care team, client I family visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/ or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All persons must successfully complete the facility' initial screening process, and annual health exam. 1. Current certificate as a CNA by the State of California. 2. Current CPR card - BLS for healthcare workers 3. Ability to speak, read, and write in English. 4. Demonstrate ability to operate and use equipment necessary for client care, but not limited to: Hoyer Lift Ventilators Sliding board Manual and Electric Wheelchair Battery chargers

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Ability to

Commute:

Palmdale, CA 93550 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Palmdale, CA 93550: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person