Certified Nursing Assistant
Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio · Bluffton, OH · 4 days ago
HealthcarePart-time
Position Overview
As a CNA, you will assist the nursing staff in providing quality care to elders, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting elders with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
- Turning and repositioning elders to prevent pressure areas.
- Taking and recording vital signs, weights, and other data.
- Transporting elders using wheelchairs and assisting with transfers using mechanical lifts.
- Cleaning work areas and ensuring a safe, sanitary environment.
- Responding promptly to emergencies and maintaining elder safety.
Qualifications
- Completion of a state-approved Nurse Assistant training program.
- Must possess and maintain valid Ohio Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- Willingness to work in a long-term care environment and provide compassionate care to older adults.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
- Frequent walking and standing for up to 75% of the shift.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and position elders weighing up to and over 350 pounds using appropriate equipment.
- Ability to exert up to 100 lbs of force occasionally, 50 lbs frequently, and 20 lbs constantly.
- Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and potentially hazardous conditions.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
- Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.
- Continuing education and opportunities for career advancement.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.