Certified Nurse Assistant (Long-Term Care)
Weston County Health Services · Newcastle, WY · 1 mo ago
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What You'll Do
- Respond promptly to patient call lights and assess needs to determine appropriate support or escalation
- Provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including mobility, personal hygiene, and comfort care
- Turn, reposition, and assist bedridden patients per care plans and safety guidelines
- Support nutritional needs by following dietary restrictions, food allergies, and resident preferences
- Gather and communicate relevant information regarding patient condition, treatment plans, and recommended activities
- Measure, monitor, and accurately record food and fluid intake
- Obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respirations, as directed
- Observe patients for changes in condition or signs requiring medical attention and report findings to nursing staff
- Communicate patients concerns, complaints, or symptoms clearly and promptly to nurses
- Greet and assist patients, families, and visitors professionally, providing directions and support as needed
- Introduce yourself to patients, families, and visitors to promote comfort and trust
- Identify and report safety hazards to ensure a safe care environment
- Replenish supplies and maintain organized patient care areas
- Adhere to all infection control practices, including proper hand hygiene, standard precautions, and isolation protocols
What We're Looking For
- Wyoming State Certified Nursing Assistant
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Exceptional knowledge of medical terminology and processes
- Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Willingness to take after-hours calls, work nights, weekends, pick up shifts, and flexibility in scheduling, due to patient care needs
Physical Requirements and Conditions
- Light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry
- Reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers
- Talking and/or hearing
- Seeing
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for growth and professional development (including scholarships and training)
- Paid Personal Leave (PPL): begins accruing on your first day and can be used after 90 days of employment
- Health insurance: coverage begins the first day of the month following hire
- Dental and vision insurance begins the first day of the month following hire
- Life insurance: coverage begins the first day of the month following hire
- Supplemental insurance options, including accident, short-term, and long-term disability
- Bereavement leave
Why You'll Love Working Here (continued)
- For Eligible Roles, Sign-on Bonus Opportunities Include:
- CNA: up to $1,500 - 50% payment at hire and the remainder at 6 months
- LPN: up to $2,000 - 50% payment at hire and the remainder at 6 months
- RN: up to $3,000 - 50% payment at hire and the remainder at 6 months