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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.
$36,363 / year median in North Carolina
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Qualifications:
Register as a Certified CNA Must be able to pass a background check If the applicant works transportation shifts, the applicant must have a valid driver's license and auto insurance. Lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Be at least 18 years old Up-to-date immunization records Graduate from a Certified Nursing Assistant School in North Carolina Pass theState Exam OFFERS:
Competitive pay Direct deposit Paid orientation and ongoing training Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays Flexible schedules and matching caregivers with nearby clients Employee recognition programsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide attention to client's non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement Assist client with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering shifts Establish communication and a professional relationship with Clients, family members, and co-workers Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering shifts Provide personal care with our clients (transfer assistance, showering/bathing assistance, toileting assistance as well as dressing and grooming) Must have reliable transportation (valid driver license and auto insurance will be requested) Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate while performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, sit and talk or hear. The associate is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. I understand this job description describes the work to perform. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. I have read and received a copy of this job description.Note:
"SYNERGY Home Care of Cape Fear is an independently owned and operated franchise company."Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Programs