Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

About the role

Watertown Health Care Center is a skilled nursing home facility dedicated to providing exceptional care to its residents. We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who can contribute to our mission of promoting dignity, respect, and well-being for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized attention to residents to promote their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
• Support the care planning process by providing specific information and observations to the charge nurse or other care planning staff.
• Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of residents during the delivery of services.
• Interact with residents in a warm and caring manner, respecting their rights and individuality.
• Report incidents of resident abuse or violations of rights to the charge nurse or administrative staff.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, reporting environmental deficiencies to the charge nurse.
• Protect residents' personal belongings and report missing items promptly.
• Monitor residents for changes in condition or behavior and report these changes to appropriate licensed nursing personnel.
• Perform various tasks assigned by the charge nurse, including vital signs, weight checks, applying creams/ointments, collecting specimens, etc.
• Assist with resident orientation and escort them for appointments.
• Participate in activities and functions as directed.
• Complete certified nursing assistant records and document care provided.
• Follow safety and infection control procedures, including proper hand washing and use of disposable gloves.
• Respond to inquiries and assist with administrative tasks as directed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant Certification course or other education meeting state certification requirements.
• Current Nursing Assistant Certifications in the state of practice or eligibility to obtain.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of resident rights and ability to ensure a respectful and dignified environment.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Great work environment.
• 401(k) with employer match at 10%.
• Flexible hours (8-hour shifts).
• Paid holidays.
• Same-day pay with Tapcheck.

Pay

Competitive wages are offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

AM, PM, and NOC shifts are available.