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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$45,252 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Requirements:
Must pass state required physical, and TB test. Must be fingerprinted and free of conviction. Must have and maintain active California Certification for Nursing Assistants including staying current with educational requirements required for renewal. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, receive written and oral instructions and possess good interaction skills. Must be able to safely perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Prior experience preferred.Essential Job Functions and Resposibilities:
Maintaining census and assignment documentation. Answer the phone and direct calls as appropriate in a courteous professional manner. Assist staff and residents with scheduling of campus events, medical referrals and beauty shop needs. Assist with resident care including assisting with meals daily and fulfilling Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) responsibilities as needed. Reports changes in resident condition and appearance to floor nurse. Documents and charts as required using Point Click Care. Participates in staff meetings, inservices and other facility programs. Have knowledge of all disaster and safety plans and policies. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills with residents, family, professionals and staff acting in a professional manner at all times. All other duties as assigned.Job Type:
Full-time - MUSTBE AVAILABLE TO WORK HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceEducation:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)Experience:
Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred) Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance