General Summary :

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides comprehensive personal care to patients, under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse and /or a Licensed Practical Nurse.

General Duties and Responsibilities :

Maintains high standard of care; Observes patients every 30 minutes, reporting problematic findings to supervising RN/LPN; Responds to call bells and meets the requests of patients to the best of her/his ability; Does direct patient care as assigned; Assists RN/LPN in rendering care to more fragile patients; Assists in the following services: keeping the patient's room neat, safe, and comfortable; providing nutrition to patients; aiding patients to use toilet, commode or bedpan; keeping the patients comfortable; attending to such cares as nails, facial hair, and other matters of good hygiene. Maintains confidentiality; Accepts direction, supervision, instruction, and evaluation; Maintains a cooperative, pleasant attitude toward all: patients, coworkers, sisters, and visitors; Refrains from discussing staffing and personal problems with or in the presence of patients and visitors; Uses time, materials, and equipment economically and safely; Reports on and off duty to supervising RN/LPN; Attends Orientation, Training, In-Service Programs and Staff Meetings; Knows and adheres to established Personnel Policies, Fire and Disaster Programs. Adheres to Department Policies and Procedures; Carries out other appropriate duties as requested by supervising RN/LPN.

Qualifications:

Education:

Currently certified as a Nursing Assistant in New York State.

Preferred:

classes in Geriatric Care.

Experience:

Six months or more in a hospital or nursing home;

Preferred:

includes Geriatric Experience.

Other:

Clean, neat appearance; pleasant personality; adheres to dress code; Ability to communicate, especially with the elderly and co-workers; Willing to learn; Positive, caring attitude; Practices good personal hygiene.

Physical Requirements:

Evidence of good health; Must be able to lift and transfer patients; Adequate vision; No previous history of back injury; Emotional stability.

Working Conditions:

Busy surroundings; frequent interruptions; much walking.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $22.25 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person