14 Jul
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (Wilmore)
Kentucky, Lexington 00000 Lexington USA

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Summary / Objective

The certified nursing assistant performs subprofessional and non-technical tasks in the personal care of residents within state long-term care facilities.

Essential Functions

1. Assists residents with personal hygiene such as bathing, dental/oral care, hair/nail care and dressing.

2. Assists residents with bowel and bladder functions by escorting to bathroom, providing bedpan or portable commodes. Checks and records intake and output flow charts.

3. Assists with meals and nourishment for residents requiring assistance appliances and restorative dining. Escort residents to dining area.

4. Measures and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration as instructed.

5. Collects, labels and records urine, stool, and sputum specimens for laboratory analysis.

6. Makes routine rounds to assure personal care needs are met. Assists with lifting, turning, and repositioning of residents with assistance equipment.

7. Maintains safe, clean and sanitary work environment. Observes infection control guidelines as indicated by appropriate handling, transporting, & disposal.

Competencies

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

2. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

3. Excellent time management skills.

4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

5. Ability to prioritize tasks.

6. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional environment. This role routinely uses medical equipment as well as standard office equipment.

This position involves inside work with no exposure to weather conditions. Exposure to infectious diseases may occur. May be asked/required to work overtime or alternate schedules.

Physical Demand

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to lift heavy objects or work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time temporary position. Hours fluctuate.

Travel

Required to travel to obtain identification cards, and/or attend training.

Required Education and Experience

Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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