CNA - Troy Job at Optalis Health & Rehabilitation Centers in Troy

Overview

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Troy position at Optalis Health & Rehabilitation Centers. We are looking for CENAs to join our team and are building a great team with new management.

We offer PTO, 401k with match. We offer Health, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Voluntary Life. We also offer a Basic Life Insurance Policy at no charge to you.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care to residents (bathing, toileting, feeding, grooming, and similar tasks) as directed by the RN or LPN in charge.
• Maintaining patient comfort and safety; following all departmental policies, procedures, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Representing the facility with integrity and adhering to the Core Values and mission with respect for the dignity of each person.
• Responding to patient calls and determining how best to assist them.
• Providing physical support for daily activities and personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, mobility, toilet use, feeding, exercise).
• Turning and repositioning bedridden patients.
• Ensuring patients receive appropriate diet by reviewing dietary restrictions, allergies, and preferences.
• Obtaining information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses about patient conditions and treatment plans.
• Measuring and recording intake and output; reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
• Recording vital signs as requested (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration).
• Assisting with examinations and noting issues that may require medical care.
• Reminding patients to take medications and nutritional supplements.
• Documenting observations of patient behavior and symptoms for nurses.
• Staying up to date on CNA training and facility policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

CNA Requirements

• State Certified Nursing Assistant Certification.
• COVID-19 Vaccination or Exemption.
• Ability to think and work independently and with direction; ability to communicate in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Valid identification.
• Comfortable using a computer.

Experience

• Prior experience in long term care is preferred.
• Prior experience with infection control is preferred.