CNA / Certified Nurses Aide

Sprain Brook Manor -

We are a beautiful 120 bed nursing facility located in Westchester. We are currently seeking Certified Nurse's Assistant to join our nursing team.

Responsibilities

The Certified Nursing Assistant, a mature adult, performs under the supervision and / or direction of a Registered Nurse and / or a Licensed Practical Nurse

Performs selected resident care activities to assist in safe treatment and caring for the personal needs and comfort of adult / geriatric residents in accordance with established policies and procedures

To provide necessary care to the residents of this facility in a safe caring manner; in keeping with the Mission, Vision and Values of Catholic Health Services of Long Island

Assists with admission of residents, re : reception, preparation, and data collection

Functions as a team member in administering direct resident care and meticulous attention to personal hygiene, safety, comfort, skin care and anticipation of needs

Prepares residents for meals, assists with feeding of residents

Distributes fluids and nourishment / snacks

Assists with transport of residents between areas of facility and at discharge in a timely manner

Collects and transports specimens in a timely manner

Responds to call bells / alarms in a timely manner

Ensures all personal alarms are in place and functioning per individual residents plan of care

Communicates appropriate information to nurse; obvious changes in resident's condition

Records intake, output, BM, vital signs, toileting, range of motion, ambulation, restraint use, nutrition, ADL care, security device bracelets, showers / bathing, skin checks as per facility policy

Assists in maintaining a clean, safe environment for residents and co-workers using appropriate safety practices