Certified Nursing Assistant

Position Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate and high-quality care to patients, assisting them with daily activities and ensuring their comfort and well-being.

The CNA serves as a vital link between patients and healthcare professionals, playing a crucial role in patient support and communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care : Deliver excellent patient care, addressing their needs and preferences with empathy and respect.
• Support Daily Activities : Assist patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, mobility, and personal hygiene.
• Vital Signs Monitoring : Measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate) as required by nursing staff.
• Repositioning : Turn and reposition bedridden patients to prevent bedsores and promote comfort.
• Dietary Management : Ensure that patients receive the appropriate diet by reviewing dietary restrictions, food allergies, and personal preferences.
• Communication : Obtain and relay pertinent information about patient conditions and treatment plans from physicians, caregivers, and nursing staff.
• Intake and Output Monitoring : Record food and liquid intake as well as urinary and fecal output, reporting any changes to medical or nursing staff.
• Medication Reminders : Remind patients to take medications and nutritional supplements as prescribed.
• Observation and Reporting : Monitor patient behavior, noting any complaints or physical symptoms, and communicate findings to nursing staff.
• Training and Compliance : Stay current with CNA training, facility policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and quality care.

Qualifications

• Education : High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification : Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) required.
• Experience : Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred but not required.

Skills

• Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Compassionate Care : Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate and patient-centered care.
• Attention to Detai l : Strong observational skills and attention to detail for accurate reporting and monitoring of patient conditions.
• Team Player : Ability to work collaboratively with a healthcare team in a fast-paced environment.

Education : High School