Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Job Description
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this position is to provide direct care to residents, under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with the facility policies and procedures and report resident needs and concerns to a licensed nurse.
EDUCATION /KNOWLEDGE:
Must be a graduate of an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program, or be eligible to enter such a program, graduate and pass a state approved competency test (written & skills) within 120 days from the date of employment.
Prior experience as a care provider is preferred.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Must possess the ability to deal effectively with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the general public under all conditions.
Must be willing to follow directions.
Must be dependable in attendance and available by telephone and/or meggsage phone number on reasonable notice.
DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY:
Authority is delegated to the individual in this position to:
1) provide care to residents following facility policies and procedures 2) report residents' needs and concerns to a licensed nurse
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow written and oral directions
Follow established performance standards and perform duties according to nursing
service policies and procedures.
Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures,
Identify resident problems and concerns and report them immediately to a charge
nurse or a licensed nurse.
Complete assignments timely, completely and accurately.
Conduct resident rounds as assigned.
Initiate corrective action as necessary and/or seek assistance of a licensed nurse.
Identify safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action.
Attend all in-service classes as assigned and complete assignments.
Assume personal responsibility for following facility procedures related to control of
equipment and supplies within the unit.
