Job Qualifications:Minimum Experience: 6 months related exp prefRequired License/Certifications: CA C.N.A., BLS, MAB (90 days upon hire). Job Summary:

Involves, informs & supports the pt./family in the overall care of the pt. Makes frequent rounds, answers call lights.

Reports changes in condition/behavior of pt.: Recognizes age-specific needs/assist in the care with other caregivers.

Prepares pt. For meals, assist in feeding, records I&O: Prepares room for admission/transfer/discharge. Transports pts.

Does VS, Ht.&Wt accurately. Secures pt belongings according to P&P: collects/labels specimens per P&P.

Performs pt/family teaching or core education: Assists RN/LVN in attempts to overcome barriers to learning of pt.

Provides environment conducive to safety & security & implements appropriate precautions/measures.

Aware of pt limitations & delivers care appropriately.: Assures proper ID, allergy & Fall bands on pts.

Keeps safe/clean environment, reports defective equipment when seen: Maintains fall precautions on pts. At risk.

Communicates with nurse re: pt status: Assists in orientation of new team members (CNA's).

Identifies/responds to critical changes in pt. & reports to RN. Knows role in a code situation.

Has skill in the use of equipment & devices pertinent to the care of the pt.

Provides skin care. Repositions pt for maximum comfort & hygiene measures. Gives general hygiene to patients.

Upholds basic rights of privacy & seeks to preserve the dignity/independence of expression of all pts/families

Maintains/updates own knowledge & competencies.

Practices appropriate measures of infection control according to principles of standard precautions.

Obtains patient's self report of pain when taking vital signs & reports to nurse. Observes pt for signs of discomfort.

Uses comfort measures such as positioning distraction etc.KPC Healthcare, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.