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Certified Nursing Assistant
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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.
$41,471 / year median in New Jersey
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) responsibilities but not limited to
- Assist residents with performing basic tasks such as eating, dressing and toileting
- Taking and recording vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure)
- Monitoring patients for any changes in condition and reporting them to nurses
- Performing simple procedures like applying bandages or dressings, under the direction of a nurse.
- Cleaning patient rooms and common areas
- Stocking supplies
- Ensuring patient safety by monitoring for potential hazards and reporting themCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) skills and requirements
- CNA license required or at least 16 hours of classroom time in a CNA program (CNA must be obtained within 120 days
- Able to communicate clearly in English using written and verbal methods
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Strong bedside manner
- Ability to work as a valuable part of a teamPer Diem and Full Time positions availableAll shifts available