Position Summary
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate and high-quality care to patients, assisting them with daily activities and ensuring their comfort and well-being. The CNA serves as a vital link between patients and healthcare professionals, playing a crucial role in patient support and communication.
Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Care: Deliver excellent patient care, addressing their needs and preferences with empathy and respect.
2. Support Daily Activities: Assist patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, mobility, and personal hygiene.
3. Vital Signs Monitoring: Measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate) as required by nursing staff.
4. Repositioning: Turn and reposition bedridden patients to prevent bedsores and promote comfort.
5. Dietary Management: Ensure that patients receive the appropriate diet by reviewing dietary restrictions, food allergies, and personal preferences.
6. Communication: Obtain and relay pertinent information about patient conditions and treatment plans from physicians, caregivers, and nursing staff.
7. Intake and Output Monitoring: Record food and liquid intake as well as urinary and fecal output, reporting any changes to medical or nursing staff.
8. Medication Reminders: Remind patients to take medications and nutritional supplements as prescribed.
9. Observation and Reporting: Monitor patient behavior, noting any complaints or physical symptoms, and communicate findings to nursing staff.
10. Training and Compliance: Stay current with CNA training, facility policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and quality care.

Qualifications

1. Education : High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Certification : Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) required.
3. Experience : Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred but not required.

Skills

1. Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
2. Compassionate Care : Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate and patient-centered care.
3. Attention to Detai l: Strong observational skills and attention to detail for accurate reporting and monitoring of patient conditions.
4. Team Player : Ability to work collaboratively with a healthcare team in a fast-paced environment.

Education: High School