Oakwood Care and Rehabilitation Come join our team and start making a difference!

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$19.00 - $27.00 per hour Job description: Job Overview Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to nursing staff and deliver high-quality, personalized care to individuals across various healthcare settings. Your energy, empathy, and professionalism will help create a safe, comfortable environment for patients of all ages and needs. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to the well-being of our community. Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts.
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature.
• Support medication administration under supervision and ensure proper documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner.
• Provide specialized care for patients with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, including memory care techniques and behavioral health support.
• Maintain aseptic techniques during procedures such as catheter care and wound management to prevent infection.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in diverse environments such as hospitals (including ICU, trauma centers, PICU), long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, hospice settings, and outpatient clinics.
• Assist with medical procedures like phlebotomy or basic life support when required; operate medical equipment safely and effectively.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and uphold the highest standards of patient service and confidentiality.
• Support patients with developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs by providing compassionate caregiving tailored to individual requirements.
• Document patient information accurately in medical records and ensure seamless communication across care teams. Experience
• Proven experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in settings such as hospitals (including Level I & II trauma centers), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home care environments.
• Critical care experience in ICU or emergency medicine is highly valued.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks or similar platforms for documentation purposes.
• Experience with specialized populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, behavioral health patients, or those requiring memory or dementia care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, aseptic techniques, and infection control practices.
• Prior exposure to post-acute or sub-acute care settings is advantageous.

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