Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) - Full Time Night Shift

Responsibilities

• Assist with performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
• Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight
• Performing routine procedures under established protocols (to include but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG’s, dressing changes and wound cultures)
• Documenting medical history including medications, treatment and medical conditions
• Aiding in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills including bathing, dressing, feeding and mobility
• Providing basic wound care, basic laboratory tests, basic patient education and instructions
• Observing and reporting changes in patients’ physical or mental health to nurses

Qualifications

• CNA Certification - Completion of an accredited CNA training program and passing a state-approved competency exam
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Ability to obtain BLS CPR and first aid certification (AHA required)
• Pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand for long periods
• Lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds)
• Bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances
• Perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, maintain good balance and endurance throughout a shift