Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
On-siteLa Fontaine, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Assist residents with bathing, toileting, oral hygiene, skin care, grooming, nail care, and dressing needs. Feed residents, provide bedside water and snacks, and transfer them to dining areas per nutritional plans. Respond to call lights and requests for assistance promptly. Maintain resident rooms by making beds, changing linens, and organizing belongings. Observe and report changes in appetite, skin condition, or behavior. Offer emotional support and actively listen to residents to foster independence. Provide medical record documentation for vitals and assistance. Comply with safety requirements, infection control measures, and facility policies. Maintain confidentiality of all resident information.
Required Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED, unless working under a student permit
- Be certified by the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) as a CNA in good standing
- CNAs transferring from another state may work for 120 days while awaiting their Indiana certification
- Graduating CNA students, not yet certified, may also work for 120 days while awaiting their Indiana certification
- Have basic computer skills along with knowledge of such programs as Excel, Word, etc
- Have a thorough understanding of the principles of safe effective nursing practices within the State of Indiana
- Assisting licensed nurse with procedures within the scope of practice for nurse aide
- The ability to follow written and verbal instructions, function independently and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Personal integrity and the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel
- The ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel
- Requires judgment in prioritizing the performance of tasks, duties and responsibilities in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures
- The ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Compliance and HIPAA
- Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and a willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning
- The ability to adhere to professional code of ethics
- The ability to relay information concerning a resident's condition to the appropriate staff members
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