CNA, Wilkes Barre Rehab Hospital (PT Days 40pp)

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Clinical Nurse Manager, Supervisor, or delegate in charge of the team/unit, the Nurse Aide/Competent Nurse Aide assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients, and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. The role requires demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the populations served by the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of Nursing Assistant course preferred.
• Experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Must be sixteen years of age or older (will work within restrictions of child labor law).
• Must successfully complete Nurse Aide orientation and training or have successfully completed a state certification program.

Special Employment Requirements

• Clearances required: PA State Police criminal history check, PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse Central Register (Childline), PA Department of Human Services FBI fingerprint clearance, and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable).