STNA, Healthcare Nursing

The State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) provides essential care and support to residents in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living facility. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the STNA assists residents with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, mobility, and feeding, while ensuring their comfort and well-being. This role is vital in promoting resident safety, dignity, and quality of life through compassionate and attentive care.

• - Resident Care:
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral hygiene.
• - Help residents with mobility, including turning, positioning, transferring, and ambulating using assistive devices as needed.
• - Feed residents or assist with meals, ensuring proper nutrition and hydration, and monitor food and fluid intake.
• - Monitor and report changes in residents physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions to the nursing staff.
• - Vital Signs and Monitoring:
• Measure and record residents' vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration, as directed by nursing staff.
• - Assist with monitoring residents skin conditions, reporting any signs of skin breakdown or pressure sores.
• - Assist with weight checks, intake and output monitoring, and other health-related measurements.
• - Documentation:
• Accurately document care provided and residents' responses to care in the facilitys electronic health record (EHR) or paper charts.
• - Maintain records of residents' food and fluid intake, toileting habits, and other observations as required.
• - Report any concerns or incidents to the supervising nurse and complete required documentation.
• - Resident Safety and Comfort:
• Ensure residents safety by adhering to facility protocols and infection control guidelines.
• - Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and comfortable living environment for residents.
• - Practice proper hand hygiene, use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, and follow all safety procedures.
• - Emotional Support and Resident Interaction:
• Provide compassionate care and emotional support to residents, engaging in conversation and offering comfort as needed.
• - Respect residents' dignity, privacy, and personal preferences, and promote their independence wherever possible.
• - Assist residents with social and recreational activities, encouraging participation to enhance their quality of life.
• - Team
  
  Collaboration:
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for residents.
• - Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to the development of individualized care plans.
• - Assist with transportation of residents to appointments, therapy sessions, or activities within the facility as needed.

• - Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required.
• - Certification:
  Current and active State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification.
• - Experience:
  
  Previous experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living setting is preferred but not required. New graduates are welcome to apply.
• - Skills:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• - Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
• - Basic understanding of medical terminology and the ability to follow care instructions.
• - Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• - Proficiency in documenting care in electronic health records (EHR) systems is a plus.

• - Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• - 401k with company match
• - Early Pay via Tapcheck!
• - Employee Perks & Discount program
• - PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
• - Referral Bonus Program
• - Mentorship Programs
• - Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
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