Allied Services Integrated Health System
CNA, Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center (PT Days)
Allied Services Integrated Health System, Scranton
Description
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse, the Certified Nurse Aide assists nurses in carrying out routine assignments, transporting and preparing residents and equipment and keeping equipment and areas in an orderly hygienic condition.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Completion of Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Program required.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Six months experience as a Nurse Aide in a geriatric setting preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
Must meet federal requirements for enrollment on the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry upon employment.
Must be sixteen years of age or older (will work within restrictions of child labor law).
CPR Certification preferred.
Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction (including promoting and maintaining positive relationships) with patients, visitors or other hospital personnel.
Must adhere to nursing policies and standards and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
Must be willing to rotate to other units as necessary.
ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:
Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.
Exposure to needle sticks possible.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Majority of work is performed in the resident living area.
Work area may also include transportation van and resident external appointment sites.
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse, the Certified Nurse Aide assists nurses in carrying out routine assignments, transporting and preparing residents and equipment and keeping equipment and areas in an orderly hygienic condition.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Completion of Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Program required.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Six months experience as a Nurse Aide in a geriatric setting preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
Must meet federal requirements for enrollment on the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry upon employment.
Must be sixteen years of age or older (will work within restrictions of child labor law).
CPR Certification preferred.
Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction (including promoting and maintaining positive relationships) with patients, visitors or other hospital personnel.
Must adhere to nursing policies and standards and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
Must be willing to rotate to other units as necessary.
ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:
Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.
Exposure to needle sticks possible.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Majority of work is performed in the resident living area.
Work area may also include transportation van and resident external appointment sites.