Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

About the Role

A dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) position focused on providing exceptional care, supporting resident dignity, and promoting comfort and independence for veterans.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lifting, turning, repositioning, and transferring residents in and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, and mechanical lifts.
• Provide daily physical and hygienic care as directed, including bathing, oral care, grooming, dressing, and assisting with hair care and shaving.
• Maintain cleanliness and comfort for incontinent residents per facility policy; assist with bowel and bladder functions.
• Make beds and replace linens when soiled.
• Prepare residents for activities, social programs, and travel when needed.
• Support residents during meals: prepare, deliver trays, assist with feeding, record/report food intake; provide snacks and nourishments between meals.
• Communicate resident status and condition to the charge nurse at the start and end of each shift.
• Accurately maintain records and flow sheets; measure and document vital signs and weights as instructed.
• Observe and promptly report signs of skin breakdown, physical/emotional changes, complaints, or grievances.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment; ensure equipment is clean and functional and report malfunctions promptly.
• Follow safe lifting/transfer procedures and infection control guidelines, including proper handwashing and universal precautions.
• Report hazardous conditions or equipment issues immediately to nursing staff.
• Collect and properly label laboratory specimens as directed.
• Review care plans daily and deliver care accordingly; follow restraint and isolation procedures as ordered by a physician.
• Promote and support the highest possible level of resident independence.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy at all times.
• Understand and follow all facility clinical policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Report concerns or issues to the Unit Nurse or Director of Nursing.
• May be required to take periodic on-call shifts.
• Responsible for the safety, personal care, and wellbeing of assigned residents.