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.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description Under the direction of the Nurse Supervisor, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing direct care and support to clients in a post-acute neurological rehabilitation setting. Duties include assisting clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), Home Exercise Programs (HEPs), therapeutic activities, community outings, and other tasks that promote independence and help clients achieve the goals outlined in their individualized plan of care. Additional responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation and feeding, monitoring weights, performing transfers using appropriate equipment and techniques, housekeeping and kitchen duties, completing accurate and timely documentation, implementing behavioral and therapeutic programs as trained, ensuring clients receive the appropriate level of supervision, assisting clients in following their daily routines, transporting clients to appointments and community outings, attending required in-service training, and performing other duties as assigned. This is a physically demanding position that requires employees to be on their feet for the majority of each shift. Candidates must be able to safely lift, push, pull, and move clients and equipment, perform frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and walking, and respond quickly to client needs in a fast-paced environment. The ability to manage a busy workload, prioritize tasks, and maintain a high level of client care while working efficiently throughout the shift is essential. Applicants must be available to work the listed shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and some holidays. Please do not apply if you cannot meet these scheduling requirements. We are seeking dependable team members who demonstrate reliability, punctuality, professionalism, compassion, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. If you meet these qualifications and are interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply.
Benefit Conditions:
FT employees eligible
Work Remotely No Pay:
$17.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Must pass a pre-employment drug screen TB skin test required within 30 days of hire
License/Certification:
CNA License (Required) Driver's License-Mississippi (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required)
