What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant position at RieLes Group?
We are seeking for compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team focused on providing exceptional care to veterans. In this role, CNAs will play a critical part in helping veterans achieve, maintain, or recover their optimal health and quality of life.
As a CNA, you will deliver direct patient care, ensure patient comfort and safety, and support the overall well-being of those who have served our nation. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans through high-quality, personalized care.
If you are committed to excellence in patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, toileting, changing linens, and meal assistance.
- Support patient mobility through lifting, moving, and ambulation assistance.
- Provide close observation and sitter services, including tele-sitting and one-on-one monitoring, as needed.
- Document patient observations, behavior, and physical care on designated flow sheets every tour, with intervals as frequent as 15 minutes, under the direction of the RN or charge nurse.
- Deliver direct patient care, including collecting specimens, monitoring vital signs, managing intake/output, and performing foley care and basic medical equipment setup (e.g., oxygen and suction devices).
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families through clear and effective communication. Serve as a preceptor for new CNAs, guiding their orientation and clinical practice.
- Monitor and respond to emergent care situations, including providing basic life support, preventing falls, managing bleeding, and assisting during behavioral crises until additional help arrives.
- Immediately report changes in patients' physical or mental condition to the assigned or charge nurse.
Qualifications:
- Certified Nursing Assistants must have one (1)-year experience within the last three (3) years.
- Must be US citizens or must provide proof of citizenship.
- Possess a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or an equivalent provider.
- Maintain an updated immunization schedule, including Hepatitis B vaccination/signed declination form and TB testing.
- Must be willing to complete orientation and training required for the role. Knowledge and skills will be assessed upon completion of training to ensure competency.
