Non Certified Nursing Assistant

Company: Life Care Center of Plainwell
Location: Plainwell
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Live the Mission:In these unprecedented times, now more than ever the healthcare industry needs skilled nursing assistants who are passionate about learning and love to serve others. We're hiring Non-Certified Nursing Assistants - the start to a promising new healthcare career!Learn how this position will put you on the track to becoming a Certified Nurse Aide through our CNA Development program!Position Summary:The Non Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be currently enrolled in a State approved CNA program
• Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.Specific Job Requirements:
  • Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult patients
  • Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
  • Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
  • Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
  • Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
  • Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
  • Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
  • Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential Functions:
    • Must be able to lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
    • Must be able to assist patients with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting under the direct supervisor of a licensed nurse
    • Must be able to accurately document and chart patient care
    • Must be able to respond to call lights promptly
    • Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
    • Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
    • Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
    • Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
    • Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
    • Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
    • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer

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