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Highland Health and Rehab of Cascadia

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Highland Health and Rehab of Cascadia, Bellingham, Washington, us, 98227

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We are a 44-bed Skilled Nursing Facility conveniently located in Bellingham, WA. We are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our residents and a positive, enjoyable work environment for our staff.

Are you a compassionate and skilled Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking for an opportunity to provide exceptional care?

Look no further! We offer both

experienced and new grad CNAs

the chance to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in healthcare. Join our team and be part of a dynamic healthcare environment that values your expertise.

If you are a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) dedicated to quality patient care and possess excellent clinical skills, apply today!

*****All Shifts Needed*****

Essential Functions

Answers nurse call system to determine resident needs. Assists residents with dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, bathing, hair, and incontinence care. Obtains food trays and assists residents with eating. Assists residents with range of motion exercises, and movement to/from wheelchair or activity areas. Assists resident with turning and positioning in bed. Assists resident with ambulation as indicated in the facility. Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output, as directed. Documents ADLs, resident personal cares, and device use on flow sheets or task sheets as directed. Attends interdisciplinary meetings as needed to provide input into selected resident's plans of care. Documents restorative services provided following facility policies and procedures. Assists facility staff to provide person-centered cares based on indicated preferences. Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. Other Functions

Performs other tasks as assigned. Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff. Ability to demonstrate compassion and patience. Ability to maintain resident confidentiality.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Licenses/Certification

Valid certification as a CNA in the state of employment.

Valid CPR certificate preferred.

Experience

Six months experience in a long term-care environment preferred.

NOTE: A CNA who successfully completes an approved advanced skills training curriculum and/or has demonstrated experience in a needed clinical specialty area, e.g. ventilator, pulmonary, and tracheostomy (VPT), can be classified as a CNA II.

Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each

state's specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.

Salary Description

$22-$25 per hour (Depending on Experience)