HEALTHCARE CNA

Description

TheCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides basic, direct care and assists in daily activities for residents in a safe and

efficient manner in accordance with current federal and state standards, guidelines and regulations, our established

policies and procedures and, as directed by nursing staff.

Works collaboratively to support the Mission and Values of SCBMA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathe and dress residents, serve meals and assist residents to eat,

take vital signs, reposition, provide and empty elimination equipment, lift or assist residents

into beds, wheelchairs, etc, change linens and restock rooms with necessary supplies

Respond to resident call lights according to organization or regulatory entity policies and procedures

Make resident rounds every 2hrs and PRN

Report observation of resident bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds

Clean and sanitize resident areas

Ensure compliance with universal precautions infection control

Transport residents and equipment in vehicles, wheelchairs or walking , assist with boarding and exiting and

securing wheelchairs and safety belts as required

Identify and report malfunctioning equipment immediately

Assist residents during admission and discharge, providing physical assistance and post mortem care

Participate in resident plan of care

Communicate information between physicians, residents and health care staff as appropriate

Report and record all accidents/incidents immediately

Ensure compliance with all regulations from DHEC, Fire and Safety, OSHA, Labor Laws, etc and adhere to HIPAA

confidentiality standards and Resident’s Rights

Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications

(Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

High School Diploma (or GED) preferred

Current SC Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

1+ years’ experience in healthcare, long term care or working with the frail or elderlypreferred

Understanding of physical and psychological effects of the aging process and ability to be respectful and tactful

with potential clients, residents, family members, visitors, medical professionals and general public.

Positive service oriented interpersonal and communication skills required

Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly

Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to safely transport and transfer residents

Good organization and communication skills

Computer skills 

Time oriented, dependable

Committed to 100% customer satisfaction

Requirements

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending,

squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing.

Ability to lift 50 pounds or more

Must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range

Exposure to biological agents such as viruses and other microbes

Scheduled work during off hours including weekends, nights or holidays