CNA, Meade Street Skilled Nursing; PT

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse, the Certified Nurse Aide assists nurses in carrying out routine assignments, transporting and preparing residents and equipment and keeping equipment and areas in an orderly hygienic condition.

The Certified Nurse Aide must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. The role includes transporting and preparing residents and equipment, maintaining a clean and sanitary environment, adhering to nursing policies and standards, maintaining confidentiality of patient information, and rotating to other units as necessary.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Program required.
• Six months experience as a Nurse Aide in a geriatric setting preferred.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be sixteen years of age or older (will work within restrictions of child labor law).
• Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
• Must meet federal requirements for enrollment on the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry upon employment.
• Must be willing to rotate to other units as necessary.

Type of supervision exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position: none.