CNA Job at Kennedy Healthcare LLC in Sayville

Overview

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct resident care under supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or a Licensed Practical Nurse for adult/geriatric residents in a Catholic Health facility. This role performs selected resident care activities to assist in safe treatment and caring for personal needs and comfort in accordance with established policies and procedures. Care aligns with the Mission, Vision and Values of Catholic Health.

Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $22.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Assists with admission of residents, reception, preparation, and data collection
• Functions as a team member in administering direct resident care and attention to personal hygiene, safety, comfort, skin care and anticipation of needs
• Prepares residents for meals and assists with feeding; distributes fluids and nourishment/snacks
• Assists with transport of residents between areas of the facility and at discharge in a timely manner
• Collects and transports specimens in a timely manner
• Responds to call bells/alarms in a timely manner
• Ensures personal alarms are in place and functioning per individual resident plan of care
• Communicates appropriate information to the nurse; reports obvious changes in resident condition
• Records intake, output, vital signs, toileting, range of motion, ambulation, nutrition, ADL care, and related documentation as per facility policy
• Assists the nurse in preparation of residents for examination, treatment and diagnostic tests
• Demonstrates appropriate restraint application and release as required for activity
• Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents and co-workers using appropriate safety practices

Qualifications

• Nursing Assistant Certification in Long Term Care in New York State; completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program at BOCES; completion of 100-hour Certified Nursing Assistant Approved Program
• Valid and current NYS certification
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience preferred; knowledge of safety and infection control policies; knowledge of computer systems and/or prior clerical experience preferred; ability to interpret medical terminology

Benefits

At Catholic Health your well-being comes first, with comprehensive compensation and benefits. In addition to medical plans, life insurance, paid time off and flexible spending accounts, the organization offers substantial tuition reimbursement, an employer-funded pension plan and several savings plan options for your future.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care