Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA

Job Overview

Summary:

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed practical/registered nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction. The CNA will function within the standards of practice as accorded by his/her certification. The CNA performs various patient care activities and related non‑professional services essential to caring for personal needs and comfort of patients.

Note:

The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.
Functions:

• Provides patient care in a manner conducive to safety and Patient care includes, but is not limited to:

• Assists patient with or performs Activities of Daily Living (ADL)

• Obtains and records Vital Signs and weights per policy

• Assists patients with ambulation and transfers

• Positions patients in correct body alignment in and out of bed

• Applies adaptive equipment as ordered

• Cares for personal belongings

• Makes both occupied and unoccupied beds

• Accompanies patients when transported outside the center for appointments as requested

• Ensures patients are ready for scheduled rehab therapy and transports patients to rehab area

• Notifies licensed nurse if patient identification is missing

• Participates in the care planning process and implements care according to care plan

• Feeds or assists patients with meals and provides additional nourishment and hydration per care plan

• Records patient’s oral intake and output as needed

• Answers call light or bell promptly, delivers messages, cleans areas of spillage or accidents

• Uses standard precautions when caring for all patients

• Reports changes in patient’s condition, patient/family concerns or complaints to charge nurse and or supervisor

• Collects and bags soiled linen and delivers to dirty linen area

• Obtains clean linens and supplies from supply areas, clean utility rooms, kitchen areas and all other nursing areas as assigned

• Cleans patient equipment as assigned

• Transfers patient’s belongings and equipment as directed

• Assists with patient discharge as requested

• Promotes a culture of safety

• Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices and preferences

• Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team‑oriented and responsive to the concerns of co‑workers, patients and families

• Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times

• Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients

• Must have the ability to work a schedule that requires an every other weekend commitment

Qualifications: Successful completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant program. Valid certification as a CNA in the state of employment. (Required). A minimum of a high school education or high school equivalency diploma. (Preferred)
Knowledge and

Skills:

• Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents
• Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary
• Basic knowledge of computers
• Ability to create a resident‑centered environment
• Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations

Required Responsibilities: Successful demonstration of work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.
Core Competencies:

• Caring/Compassion
• Accountability
• Dependability
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Effective Communication
• Confidentiality
• Team Player
• Dedication

Physical Demands Shoe the amount of time on‑the‑job in the following physical activities by checking the appropriate boxes below.

Amount of Time None Occasionally up to 1/3…