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Down East Community Hospital
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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.
$43,790 / year median in Maine
+3% projected growth
Job Description
at Down East Community Hospital in Machias, Maine, United States Job Description The certified nursing assistant ( CNA ) will perform the functions of carrying out all assigned work as delegated by the nurse. The CNA will perform his/her job within their scope of practice and is accountable for all patient care given to them during the assigned shift. It is one's responsibility for adhering to all standards of nursing practice, managing supplies and equipment under the direction of the nurse and promoting positive team work with unit staff and other hospital employees. The CNA will adhere to hospital policies including but not limited to confidentiality, sexual harassment, advance directives, and the American Disabilities Act. + Current placement as a CNA on the Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants + BLS + Hospital experience preferred + Excellent communication skills needed + Ability to multi-task and take direction well + Positive attitude required