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JOB SUMMARY: The Nursing Assistant in Training may function in the capacity of a nurse assistant only after completing a certified nursing assistant program and are waiting to take the state skills and written exam. The non-certified Nursing Assistant in Training may function as a nurse assistant while completing a state-approved certification program. Once state testing is completed and Nursing Assistants in Training receive confirmation of passing, they are not considered a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and would follow the job description for the CNA. JOB DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Care and Services: The Nursing Assistant in Training follows state-approved clinical curriculum including: Takes and records vital signs Measures and records height and weight Calculates and records weight gain or loss Calculates and records fluid intake and output Cares for the Resident’s environment Recognize abnormal changes in body function and the importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor Makes routine rounds on assigned Resident Bathes Residents Assists with grooming, including mouth care Dresses Residents Toilets Residents Assists with eating and hydration Uses proper feeding techniques Calculates and records percentage of meal eaten Observes Resident’s skin when giving care and reports changes to licensed nurse. Provides skin care per protocols Is aware of developmental tasks associated with the aging process. Responds to Residents’ behaviors in ways to help minimize the behaviors . Allows Residents to make personal choices. Provides and reinforces other behavior consistent with the Residents’ dignity. Provides nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing by: Promoting Resident’s/Resident’s ability to adopt and adjust to living as independtly as possible Provides non-Resident care including, but not limited to: Washing wheelchairs Cleaning soiled utility areas Cleaning nurses stations Cleaning shower and whirlpool rooms Cleaning kitchen areas on the nursing unit JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Must be a student in the facility’s state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant program. Possess some computer skills and understanding of documentation software program preferred. Specific Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agency personnel, and the general public. Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. Must have patience, tact, a positive attitude and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition. Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. a $('#mailto').attr('href',$('#mailto').attr('href')+escape(window.location.href))

a $('#mailto').attr('href',$('#mailto').attr('href')+escape(window.location.href)) Full Time/Part Time Day Shift/Night Shift JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of the Certified Nursing Assistant position is to provide each assigned resident with excellent daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and plan of care, and as may be directed by your supervisor. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Administrative Functions Identify residents before administering treatments, serving meals, etc. as necessary. Record all entries on flow sheets, notes, charts, etc. in an informative and descriptive manner. Use only authorized abbreviations established by this facility when recording information. Report all changes in the resident’s condition to the RN Team Leader as soon as possible. Report and provide statement for all events, accidents and incidents you observe on the shift as they occur. Admission, Transfer, and Discharge Functions Ensure that the resident’s room is ready for receiving the resident (i.e., bed made, name tags up, admission kit available, etc.) Greet residents and escort them to their room. Introduce resident to his/her roommate, if any, and other residents and personnel as appropriate. Make resident comfortable (i.e., put to bed, get water, etc.) Inventory and mark the resident’s personal possessions as instructed. Store resident’s clothing. Assist residents with packing their personal belongings when they are being transferred or discharged. Transport residents to new rooms or to the receiving area. Assist with loading/unloading residents from vehicles as necessary. Personnel Functions Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisor. Follow work assignments, and/or work schedules in completing and performing your assigned tasks. Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel, as well as other facility personnel to ensure that nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and the shift. Meet with your shift’s nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services and participate in Team Conference. Report all complaints and grievances made by the resident. Notify the facility when you will be late or absent from work. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to your supervisor. Personal Nursing Care Functions Participate in and receive the nursing report upon reporting for duty. Follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids. Assist residents with hygiene needs to include: Daily dental and mouth care (i.e. brushing teeth/dentures, oral hygiene, special mouth care, etc.) Bathing (i.e. bed bath, tub or shower bath, etc.) as directed Dressing/undressing as necessary Hair care needs (i.e. combing, brushing, shampooing, etc.) Nail care (i.e. clipping, trimming and cleaning the finger/toe nails) Shaving male residents Controlling hair growth on female residents (i.e. facial hair, under arms, on legs, etc.) as instructed Keeping residents dry (i.e. change gown, clothing, linen, etc. when they become wet or soiled) Change bed linens. Keep linens tight to avoid wrinkles from forming under the resident. Make beds (occupied and unoccupied.) Put extra linens on bed as requested. Position bedfast residents in correct and comfortable position, utilizing positioning devices as indicated. Assist resident with bowel and bladder functions (i.e., take to bathroom, offer bedpan/urinal, portable commode, etc.) Maintain intake and output records as instructed. Keep incontinent residents clean and dry. Check and report bowel movements and character of stools as instructed. Assist residents in preparing for medical tests and appointments (i.e., lab work, x-ray, therapy, dental, physician dialysis, etc.) Assist residents in preparing for activity and social programs (i.e. church, parties, visitors, physician, dialysis). Assist in transporting residents to/from appointments, activity and social programs, etc. as necessary. Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc. Assist residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed. Provide eye and ear care (i.e., warm/cold compresses, removing wax and hair, cleaning eyeglasses/hearing aids, dentures, etc.) as instructed. Assist in preparing the resident for a physical examination. Measure and record temperatures, pulse, and respirations, as instructed. Answer resident calls promptly. Check each resident routinely to ensure that his/her personal care needs are being met in accordance with his/her wishes. Assist with the care of the dying resident as directed. Provide post-mortem care as instructed. Special Nursing Care Functions Observe and report the presence of red areas and skin breakdowns to prevent decubitus ulcers. Report injuries of an unknown source, including skin tears. Provide daily indwelling catheter care. Provide daily perineal care. Perform non-sterile (clean) vaginal irrigation/douches. Assist with the application of slings, elastic bandages, binders, etc. Give tepid sponge baths. Provide daily range of motion exercises and record data as instructed. Turn bedfast residents at least every two (2) hours. Perform diabetic urine testing, as directed. Observe disoriented and comatose residents. Record and report data as instructed. Turn all medications found in the resident’s room over to the Medication Administration Manager. Watch for and report any change in room temperature, ventilation, lighting, etc. to the RN Team Leader. Food Service Functions Prepare residents for meals (i.e., take to bathroom, wash hands, comb hair, raise bed, position tables, place clothing protectors, take to/from dining room, etc.) Serve food trays. Assist with feeding as indicated (i.e., cutting foods, feeding, assist in dining room supervision, etc.) Assist residents with identifying food arrangements (i.e. informing resident with sight problem of foods that are on his/her tray, where it is located, if it is hot/cold, etc.) Record the resident’s food intake. Report changes in the resident’s eating habits. Keep residents’ water pitchers clean and filled with fresh water and within easy reach of the resident. Serve between meal and bedtime snacks. Perform after meal care (i.e. remove trays, clean resident’s hands, face, clothing, take to bathroom, brush teeth, clean dentures, etc.) Check rooms for food articles (i.e. food in proper container, unauthorized food items, etc.) Maintain intake/output records as assigned. Safety and Sanitation Apply restraining device to residents in chair/bed as ordered. Check residents with restraining device at least every thirty (30) minutes or as ordered. Release restraining device at least every two (2) hours for range of motion exercises, taking to bathroom, etc. Maintain a record of residents with a restraining device, the time devices were released, and how long the restraining device was released. Participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids. Wash hands before and after performing any service for the resident. Keep the nurses’ call system within easy reach of the resident. Immediately notify the RN Team Leader of any resident leaving/missing from the facility. Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties. Keep residents’ personal possessions off the floor and properly stored. Keep floors dry. Report spills immediately. Keep excess supplies and equipment off the floor. Store in designated areas. Clean, disinfect, and return all resident care equipment to its designated storage area after each use. Report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the RN Team Leader immediately. Report all safety violations. Follow established smoking regulations. Report all violations. Report any communicable or infectious disease to the DON and/or the Infection Control Coordinator. Follow established isolation precautions and procedures. Wash hands before entering and after leaving an isolation room/area. Follow established procedures in the use and disposal of personal protective equipment. Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (i.e. back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents. Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to your supervisor. Equipment and Supply Functions Use only the equipment you have been trained to use. Operate all equipment in a safe manner. Report defective equipment to the RN Team Leader. Inform the RN Team Leader of your equipment and supply needs. Care Plan Functions Review CNA care cards daily to determine if changes in the resident’s daily care routine have been made on the care plan. Inform the RN Team Leader of any changes in the resident’s condition so that appropriate information can be entered on the resident’s care plan. Ensure that your notes/documentation reflect that the care plan is being followed. Resident Rights Responsibilities Maintain the confidentially of all resident care information. Ensure that you treat all residents fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect. Ensure that all nursing care is provided in privacy. Knock before entering the resident’s room. Report all complaints made by the resident and/or family member to the RN Team Leader. Report all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property immediately. Honor the resident’s refusal of treatment request. Report such requests to the RN Team Leader. Working Conditions Works throughout the nursing service areas. Moves intermittently during work hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agency personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors. Communicates with nursing personnel and other department personnel. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions, temporarily, when necessary. Is subject to callback during emergency conditions. Attends and participates in continuing education programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, plastics, synthetics, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other potential contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, disease, conditions, etc. including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Staff Development Functions Attend and participate in scheduled training and educational classes to improve nursing skills and maintain current certification as a Nursing Assistant. Attend and participate in scheduled orientation programs and activities. Attend and participate in annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and blood borne pathogens standards. Attend and participate in advance directive in-service training programs as scheduled. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with the laws of this state. Possess some computer skills and understanding of documentation software program preferred. Specific Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agency personnel, and the general public. Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. Must have patience, tact, a positive attitude and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition. Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CHA provides 24-hour emergency care at its Cambridge, Somerville, and Everett Hospitals. We are one of the busiest emergency services in Massachusetts with approximately 100,000 combined annual visits and have been recognized nationally as one of the most efficient emergency services in the nation. Highlights include a state-of-the-art patient triage and tracking system, a streamlined admission process that helps us get the sickest patients to a hospital bed sooner, rapid assessment protocol to help prioritize our work, a BIDMC tele-stroke program, and an integrated Psychiatric Emergency Services at Cambridge Hospital. The Nursing Assistant II candidate must exhibit excellent customer relations skills with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers. Must understand and integrate into the delivery of patient care the needs of specific ages in regard to their growth and development. Must organize daily work, prioritize, and make decisions concerning care to meet the needs of individual and groups of patients. Assist in the care and safety of all patients including behavioral health patients. Must adhere to and administer treatment according to Cambridge Health Alliance's policies and procedures. Certificate of completion of a nursing assistant program in Massachusetts. Will also consider a nursing student who has completed a clinical rotation and or EMT certification. Qualifications/Experience : High School diploma or equivalent is required. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to ability to work in a fast paced Emergency Department, answer phones, perform order entry, Phlebotomy (required to perform), Point of care Testing, working under the direction of a registered Nurse. Emergency Room Experience required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) issued through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers required. One year Phlebotomy preferred. Pre-employment physical includes agility test.  [cha063094]

MAIN FUNCTION : Responsible for personal care to provide and maintain physical comfort. Work under supervision and delegation of registered nursing staff.  Will also include "Sitter" duties.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: High School graduate or equivalency. Nursing Assistant certification or Nursing Student with sufficient hours of clinical rotation required.  1-2 years Cert. Nursing Assistant experience preferred.  Excellent organizational skills and work pace consistent with working in a busy, acute care unit.   Active BLS/CPR American Red Cross certification REQUIRED upon hire. As with all job assignments, staff may be floated to areas where they are needed.

Come join the team of a growing facility! New competitive wage scale! Hiring for days, evenings, and nights! Position Summary: The overall purpose of the certified nurse’s aide (CNA) position is to provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort. Position Responsibilities: The specific responsibilities of this position are described in the Essential Functions Qualifications/Experience/Requirements: State certification as a nursing assistant mandatory. Complete familiarity with duties of a certified nursing assistant. Highly developed observation skills are desirable. Functional literacy in English is required. Tolerance, patience, empathy and concern are desirable. Essential Functions: The following represents the essential functions of this job to be used to determine if an individual with a physical of mental impairment can perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. The other functions listed may be required of all other staff in the position. All essential functions should be reviewed with the Supervisor every six month and new goals established if results are not meeting expectations. This description has been prepared to assist in evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, and working conditions. It indicates the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. Nothing contained herein is intended or shall be construed to create or constitute a contract of employment between any employee or group of employees and the Employer. The Employer retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper Provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with company policy. Promotes and supports the greatest possible degree of independence for residents Advises supervising charge nurse of resident=s status at beginning and end of shift Contributes knowledge of residents conditions/needs to resident care plans Assists in the implementation of care plans as directed within the parameters of established policy and procedure Observes and reports on residents conditions, and documents observations as required Promotes safe/clean environment Complies with requirements of procedures for safe lifting and/or safe transfer of residents per established policies and procedures. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time Assures that equipment is clean and functional Attends in-service training programs. Maintains compliance with requirements in compliance program/plan Other Functions Performs incidental housekeeping or maintenance tasks as may be required to maintain a clean, hazard-free environment for residents, visitors, and staff. Performs other duties/tasks as may be assigned Daybreak Venture is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to our policy of providing equal employment opportunity to employees and job applicants in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, or genetic information.

New competitive wage scale! Shift differential offered for evening and night shifts! Position Summary: The overall purpose of the certified nurse’s aide (CNA) position is to provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort. Position Responsibilities: The specific responsibilities of this position are described in the Essential Functions Qualifications/Experience/Requirements: State certification as a nursing assistant mandatory. Complete familiarity with duties of a certified nursing assistant. Highly developed observation skills are desirable. Functional literacy in English is required. Tolerance, patience, empathy and concern are desirable. Essential Functions: The following represents the essential functions of this job to be used to determine if an individual with a physical of mental impairment can perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. The other functions listed may be required of all other staff in the position. All essential functions should be reviewed with the Supervisor every six month and new goals established if results are not meeting expectations. This description has been prepared to assist in evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, and working conditions. It indicates the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. Nothing contained herein is intended or shall be construed to create or constitute a contract of employment between any employee or group of employees and the Employer. The Employer retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper Provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with company policy. Promotes and supports the greatest possible degree of independence for residents Advises supervising charge nurse of resident=s status at beginning and end of shift Contributes knowledge of residents conditions/needs to resident care plans Assists in the implementation of care plans as directed within the parameters of established policy and procedure Observes and reports on residents conditions, and documents observations as required Promotes safe/clean environment Complies with requirements of procedures for safe lifting and/or safe transfer of residents per established policies and procedures. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time Assures that equipment is clean and functional Attends in-service training programs. Maintains compliance with requirements in compliance program/plan Other Functions Performs incidental housekeeping or maintenance tasks as may be required to maintain a clean, hazard-free environment for residents, visitors, and staff. Performs other duties/tasks as may be assigned Daybreak Venture is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to our policy of providing equal employment opportunity to employees and job applicants in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, or genetic information.

Shift currently available: 3p-11p and 11p-7a Summary of Duties Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA will be responsible for providing each of the assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan as directed. Essential Job Functions Assist in providing nursing care to residents as assigned including activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, grooming, toileting, and obtaining vital signs. Provide and document medication assistance as directed. Provide assistance to the residents as needed in preparing for medical testing, activities programs, and visitation. Maintain residents living area clean, neat, and change linens as directed. Greet newly admitted residents upon admission. Escort resident to room. Report changes in the resident’s condition (i.e., areas of redness, skin tears, bruising, mental status change, eating habits, medical needs, etc.) to the charge nurse immediately. Check each resident routinely to ensure that his/her personal care needs are being met in accordance with his/her wishes as needed. Assist in transporting residents to/from appointments, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary. Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., as necessary. Obtain and record the resident’s blood sugar, as directed, using the Free Style Glucose Monitoring machine. Utilize the Smart Charting IPAC to record the selected ADLs and meals. Complete incident reports in a timely manner along. Perform other duties as assigned. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA or obtain certification within 4 months of hire. Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA experience preferred. Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions Must be able to move consistently throughout the work day. Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the work day. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance. Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. CNA Certified Nursing Assistant C.N.A.

JOB SUMMARY: Provides residents with daily nursing care in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, facility policies and as may be directed by the Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing or Administrator to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. QUALIFICATIONS Successful completion of a nursing arts course in an accredited nurse training program as evidenced by a diploma, certificate or other written verification from the school and successful completion of the Department approved nursing assistant competency evaluation or successful completion of a United States military training program that includes the content of the Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program Be at least 16 years of age, of temperate habits and good moral character, honest, reliable, and trustworthy. * Provide evidence of employment or occupation, if any, and residence for two years prior to initial employment as a nursing assistant. Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified within two weeks of employment. Demonstrates interest and/or knowledge in caring for the ill, disabled, and elderly. Must be able to deal tactfully with customers, family members, visitors, personnel etc. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. Must be personable, enthusiastic, and personable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ensure that all nursing procedures and protocols are followed in accordance with established policies, including dress code. Provides assistance with activities of daily living to a specific number of residents and/or as directed by the staff nurse. Assists in developing a written plan of care for each customer that identifies the problems/needs of the customer. Attends and actively participates in resident care plan conference, and Resident Council and/or Family Council when invited. Reports all concerns, complaints made by the customer or their family to the Administrator. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Facility Transportation POSITION SUMMARY The CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned residents in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations as well as facility’s established nursing care policies and procedures. Reports to Charge Nurse or other Nursing Supervisor. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at the 8th Grade Level. Must be able to lift, turn, move, position, and transport residents, alone or with assistance, to prevent bedsores. Observe residents’ conditions, measuring and recording food and liquid intake and output and vital signs, and report changes to professional staff. Collect specimens such as urine, feces, or sputum. Explain medical instructions to residents and family members. Work as part of a medical team that examines and treats residents. Administer medications and treatments, such as catheterizations, suppositories, irrigations, enemas, massages, and douches, as directed by a physician or nurse. Answer residents’ call lights. Provide residents with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed. Must be able to assist residents with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting. Bathe, groom, shave, dress, or drape patients to prepare them for treatment, or examination. Transport residents to treatment units, using a wheelchair or stretcher. Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents. Restrain residents if necessary. Prepare, serve, and collect food trays. Clean rooms and change linens. Deliver messages, documents and specimens. Answer phones and direct visitors. Maintain inventory by storing, preparing, sterilizing, and issuing supplies such as dressing packs and treatment trays. Perform clerical duties such as processing documents and detailing residents’ condition. SKILLS and ABILITIES Education : High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Experience : None Computer Skills : Must be able interact with automated resident information collection system Certificates and Licenses : Must be a graduate of a state-approved CNA program

Make a difference in the lives of people in a positive and powerful way! Join the Aspirus Wausau Hospital nursing team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Become a member of an excellent team that heals people, promotes health and strengthens communities. Requirements: ·          Active listing on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry required .  Include Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry number on the application. ·          Current CPR certification or obtained within 90 days of hire. Job Highlights: ·          One year of experience as a nursing assistant in an acute care setting beneficial or previous work experience in a post-acute care setting or nursing home beneficial. ·          Knowledge of patient care standards and practices normally acquired through completion of a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a nursing assistant course. ·          Ability to work variable hours between days/p.m., p.m./night, or day/night in addition to a weekend rotation.  

The Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary (NA/US) position involves the delivery of clinical nursing assistant services to patients.   The NA/US functions under the supervision of a licensed nurse or therapist who provides care which does not require the judgment and skills of a licensed professional.   After competency verification, the nursing assistant may deliver patient care services to the infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.     The care may include, but is not limited to, the following: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulating, transferring, feeding, observing, and reporting the general well-being of the person(s) to whom they are providing care. Coordinates clerical duties of a diverse and confidential nature to maintain efficiency of patient care areas.   Minimum Education and Experience: High School diploma/GED required.   Nursing Student who has completed first rotation of clinicals or completed a formalized Nursing Assistant training program required.   Successful completion of a medical terminology class, Blood Glucose Monitory training and HIPAA training preferred.   Six (6) months experience in providing basic care to patients in a clinical setting preferred.   Basic CPR Certification required.   Must be eligible for certification as a Nursing Assistant; Certified as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Delaware preferred.   Must have basic computer skills; Familiarity with STAR ordering system preferred.   Must also have: ·   Data Entry ·   Medical Terminology ·   The ability to work independently ·   Experience performing clerical procedures to include answering phones and filing. ·   Excellent customer service skills. ·   Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.      

CNA POSITION IS AVAILABLE STATE REGISTERED NURSING ASSISTANT This position is responsible for providing daily care and services to assure each resident attains or maintains his/her highest practicable level of function under the supervision of a licensed nurse. QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or GED. Completion of certified nursing assistant program. Registered in good standing with registry board Minimum of 6 months experience in a long term care setting preferred. Ability to follow direction with minimal oversight. Organizational skills. Knowledge of safety regulations. Knowledge of supplies and equipment used by department and the care of this equipment. Ability to read, speak, write and understand English. Ability to tactfully deal with facility personnel, residents, family members, visitors, etc. Meet all health requirements imposed by law. Basic data entry skills and the ability to type. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides daily personal care (bed mobility, turning and repositioning, basic skin care, transfers, ambulation/mobilization, dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting) to residents according to current standards of nursing practice, state, federal regulations and resident care plan. Prepares resident for meals; serves and collects trays, assists in setting up and feeding residents; serves fresh water and nourishments when indicated. Obtains, reports and documents resident’s vital signs, weights, food and fluid intake, fluid output, etc…as directed by Charge Nurse. Maintains resident environment in clean, sanitary, comfortable manner that eliminates potential safety hazards. Maintains resident’s privacy and dignity. Monitor for changes in resident condition and notify Charge Nurse Document daily provision of services according to facility policy. Follow established safety and infection control procedures. Participates in all required inservice training. Maintains safe working conditions and follows dress code. Reports to supervisor all complaints and grievances made by residents, families and visiting individuals. Adheres to and promotes Code of Conduct. All other duties as assigned.

GENERAL SUMMARY:   The Nursing Assistant performs resident care activities and related services necessary to assist the charge nurse in maintaining the health, comfort and safety of residents.   PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:        1.               Give bed baths, tub baths, showers, shaves and shampoos as assigned by the charge nurse.   2.               Provide AM and PM care as prescribed by the facility.   3.               Assist residents with dressing, undressing and all activities of daily living, including addressing psycho-social needs.   4.               Serve and remove meal trays, remove trays, feed residents, passes nourishments and provide fresh ice water for each resident.   5.               Make resident beds, keep the residents unit neat and clean.   Also perform assigned duties related to the maintenance of resident health, comfort and safety.   6.               Provide and/or assist with bedpans, urinals and bathroom requirements.   7.               Take, monitor and record vital signs and weights.   8.               Record necessary information on designated forms, e.g. FAR HS, snacks.   9.               Assist with living, turning, transferring and positioning residents. 10.            Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.   11.            Answer Call lights promptly.   12.            Transport residents to and from activities and dining room.   13.            Inform charge nurse of any changes in a resident's condition.   14.            Complete all assigned duties in a competent, professional, timely and satisfactory manner.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:   A.      Contacts with Others :   Possess good health and personal hygiene.   Have the ability to work cooperatively with staff members in all departments.   Have the ability, willingness and dedication to work patiently with all facility residents. B.      Certification, Licensure, Registration :   Must possess State of Michigan Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant certification.

10am-6pm Position Summary: The overall purpose of the certified nurse’s aide (CNA) position is to provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort. Position Responsibilities: The specific responsibilities of this position are described in the Essential Functions Qualifications/Experience/Requirements: State certification as a nursing assistant mandatory. Complete familiarity with duties of a certified nursing assistant. Highly developed observation skills are desirable. Functional literacy in English is required. Tolerance, patience, empathy and concern are desirable. Essential Functions: The following represents the essential functions of this job to be used to determine if an individual with a physical of mental impairment can perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. The other functions listed may be required of all other staff in the position. All essential functions should be reviewed with the Supervisor every six month and new goals established if results are not meeting expectations. This description has been prepared to assist in evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, and working conditions. It indicates the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. Nothing contained herein is intended or shall be construed to create or constitute a contract of employment between any employee or group of employees and the Employer. The Employer retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper Provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with company policy. Promotes and supports the greatest possible degree of independence for residents Advises supervising charge nurse of resident=s status at beginning and end of shift Contributes knowledge of residents conditions/needs to resident care plans Assists in the implementation of care plans as directed within the parameters of established policy and procedure Observes and reports on residents conditions, and documents observations as required Promotes safe/clean environment Complies with requirements of procedures for safe lifting and/or safe transfer of residents per established policies and procedures. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time Assures that equipment is clean and functional Attends in-service training programs. Maintains compliance with requirements in compliance program/plan Other Functions Performs incidental housekeeping or maintenance tasks as may be required to maintain a clean, hazard-free environment for residents, visitors, and staff. Performs other duties/tasks as may be assigned Daybreak Venture is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to our policy of providing equal employment opportunity to employees and job applicants in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, or genetic information.

? ( 1) CNA 2-10 FULL TIME Position Summary: The overall purpose of the certified nurse’s aide (CNA) position is to provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort. Position Responsibilities: The specific responsibilities of this position are described in the Essential Functions Qualifications/Experience/Requirements: State certification as a nursing assistant mandatory. Complete familiarity with duties of a certified nursing assistant. Highly developed observation skills are desirable. Functional literacy in English is required. Tolerance, patience, empathy and concern are desirable. Essential Functions: The following represents the essential functions of this job to be used to determine if an individual with a physical of mental impairment can perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. The other functions listed may be required of all other staff in the position. All essential functions should be reviewed with the Supervisor every six month and new goals established if results are not meeting expectations. This description has been prepared to assist in evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, and working conditions. It indicates the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. Nothing contained herein is intended or shall be construed to create or constitute a contract of employment between any employee or group of employees and the Employer. The Employer retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper Provide personal care to residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with company policy. Promotes and supports the greatest possible degree of independence for residents Advises supervising charge nurse of resident=s status at beginning and end of shift Contributes knowledge of residents conditions/needs to resident care plans Assists in the implementation of care plans as directed within the parameters of established policy and procedure Observes and reports on residents conditions, and documents observations as required Promotes safe/clean environment Complies with requirements of procedures for safe lifting and/or safe transfer of residents per established policies and procedures. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time Assures that equipment is clean and functional Attends in-service training programs. Maintains compliance with requirements in compliance program/plan Other Functions Performs incidental housekeeping or maintenance tasks as may be required to maintain a clean, hazard-free environment for residents, visitors, and staff. Performs other duties/tasks as may be assigned Daybreak Venture is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to our policy of providing equal employment opportunity to employees and job applicants in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, or genetic information.

Licensed Nursing Assistant Progressive Care Unit Excellent Shift & Weekend Differentials! Join our award-winning team! Northwestern Medical Center, where you can be the difference!   Looking to advance your career at an award-winning, community hospital in a locale that will have you wondering why you ever chose to live anywhere else?   Come join the Northwestern Medical Center family, where we consistently earn top honors for patient care and continually look for new and innovative ways to improve.   Be part of a team where you can make a difference, all while enjoying the quality of life Vermont provides. Northwestern Medical Center's mission is to provide exceptional healthcare for our community.   We are currently recruiting for a LNA to join our Progressive Care Unit Team. EXPECTED HOURS/SHIFT: Part-Time Status (40 hours bi-weekly, with the ability to flex up as needed based on department needs), 7p-7a (generally 12 hour shifts), Every Other Weekend, Call as needed. POSITION SUMMARY:  The LNA/Tech plans and implements assigned patient care in collaboration with the nursing staff on the unit. The LNA/Tech provides direct patient care for patients of all age groups under a wide variety of circumstances, including patient sitting/care companion and documents patient information. The LNA/Tech will also provide support on the assigned unit that may include reception and clerical functions while interacting professionally with staff to facilitate a healing environment for staff, patients, families and visitors. After training the LNA/Tech will perform EKG's and phlebotomy procedures as necessary. PREREQUISITES: Education: High school graduate or equivalent with a current licensure as a Licensed Nursing Assistant in the State of Vermont. Experience: Experience as a LNA in a hospital setting preferred. Computer experience required. LNA/Tech II: requires phlebotomy and ECG experience as well as the ability to float between at least two units. All LNAs will obtain LNA/Tech II within six (6) months of hire date. Other: Knowledge of basic medical terminology. Communicates clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing. Has the ability to organize and prioritize multiple competing demands. Has an approachable, friendly demeanor. BLS required. Northwestern Medical Center's Benefit Package: With "people" as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern Medical Center. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being. We are proud to offer a comprehensive & generous benefits package designed to help our people stay healthy, balance work & life responsibilities, protect their assets & plan for a secure financial future. Northwestern offers a comprehensive benefit package with recognized national carriers including: ·           Health Insurance ·           Dental Insurance ·           Vision Insurance ·           Flexible Savings Accounts ·           Disability Coverage ·           Life Insurance ·           Tuition Assistance Programs ·           Retirement savings with company match ·           Wellness Benefits and activities reimbursement   Please apply on line for this opportunity at www.northwesternmedicalcenter.org .  

Job Summary:   The Certified Nursing Assistant cares for the physical, spiritual, emotional and social needs of residents in a long-term care setting. Always demonstrating compassion, dignity and respect; the CNA will provide direct patient care within the scope of practice under the direction of a licensed nurse. Care will be individualized and appropriate to the age, spiritual needs, emotional needs and awareness level of the resident/s. Minimum Education Requirements:   High School diploma or GED required.   Preferred Qualifications: Previous rehabilitation or long-term care experience preferred.   License/Certification Requirements:   Current Pennsylvania Certified Nursing Assistant certification required. CPR certification required.     *** Important Note:  Good Shepherd is a drug and tobacco free work environment.  As a result, candidates selected for employment may be subject to a drug screen test, which includes nicotine ***  GOOD SHEPHERD'S UNIVERSAL FLU PROGRAM As a health-care provider, we have a professional and ethical obligation to protect our patients and residents from developing further complications. To protect our patients and residents, Good Shepherd is now requiring influenza (flu) vaccinations for all Associates, licensed independent practitioners, contracted, agency and temporary employees, students and volunteers.   Good Shepherd is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.           

Nurse Assistant - 3 East (KMH): Provides basic care to patients by assisting professional patient care givers in meeting identified needs of patients.   Performs various patient care activities and provides related non-professional services as required to meet the personal and comfort needs of patients.   Maintains a clean, safe, and neat environment.   Functions under the direction and supervision of the professional nurse.   Performs duties of the job in accordance with hospital policy, standards of care and regulatory requirements.   REPORTS TO: Nurse Manager   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:     None   SKILL AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM):     EDUCATION: ·        High school diploma   EXPERIENCE: ·        Must meet one of the following criteria:   working in nursing home or hospital for one year as a Nursing Assistant, or must be currently a student nurse or must have certification as a Nursing Assistant from an approved program: ·        H.H.A. - Home Health Aide. ·        P.C.A. – Personal Care Aide ·        NYS Nurses Aide Certification (100 hours) ·        Successful completion of Project Soar PCA Program   KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: ·        Ability to read with comprehension ·        Ability to do simple arithmetic ·        Ability to write legibly.      SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (TECHNICAL/PHYSICAL):      WORKING CONDITIONS:    ·        Subject to inside environmental conditions.   PHYSICAL EFFORT: ACTIVITY & STRENGTH :   (MEDIUM) Low Lift (floor to knuckle):   Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.);   Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.) Mid Lift (knuckle to shoulder):   Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.);   Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.) High Lift (shoulder and above):   Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.);   Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.) Full Lift (floor to shoulder):   Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.);   Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.) Carry:   Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.);   Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.) Push:   Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.);   Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.) Pull:   Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.);   Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.) Overall Strength Category:    Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.);   Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)   Dictionary Of Occupational Titles Constant (C) 67-100% Workday Occasional - Frequent (F) 34-66% Workday Occasional (O) 0-33% Workday Not Present (N)   Activity - Job Demand Walk – Frequent Climb Stairs – Occasional Stoop – Frequent Kneel – Occasional Crouch – Occasional Reach (immediate) – Frequent Reach (overhead) – Occasional Handling – Frequent Fingering - Frequent Sitting – Occasional Standing – Constant Push Cart - Frequent Pull Cart - Frequent     INTERNAL/EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:   INTERNAL:               ·        Interacts with all members of health care team   EXTERNAL:              ·        Interacts with outside support services including hospice liaison staff transport services

CentraCare Health Melrose is currently looking to hire a Certified Nursing Assistant for day shifts, full-time hours, every other weekend and Holidays.  Assist with ADLS for Residents in Nursing Home setting.  Must be currently listed on the MN Nursing Assistant Registry. Minimum Qualifications:   - Must be registered with the MN Nursing assistant Registry(by start of employment)    Ability to perform duties in a caring manner    Ability to read and communicate effectively in English    Strong wirtten and verbal communication skills    CentraCare Health-Melrose offers a competitive salary and beneftis package and values a culture of teamwork and employee engagement. CentraCare Health Melrose works to improve the health of every patient, every day. EEO/AA CentraCare Health has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce and all individuals, including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Purpose of Job Helps patients by supporting personal hygiene and daily living needs; providing comfort, transportation, and vital sign monitoring. Job Requirements Education High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required. Student nurse must have completed first clinical rotation - preferred. Requires successful completion of the 75-hour state approved course for the Nurse Assistant if hired in the assistant position after August 31, 2014. Requires membership in good standing on Nurse Aide registry of the state where position is located if hired after August 31, 2014. Experience Previous cleaning, food service and/or patient related experience preferred, but not required. One to three months on the job experience to learn hospital. procedures and work routines preferred. Orientation and on the job experience will be provided to learn hospital procedures and work routines. License/Certifications Maintain current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.  Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Require the ability to understand and carry out instructions, follow schedules, communicate information, read simple and clear instructions and complete reports. Must be able to collect, record, and report patient needs to the appropriate caregiver. Requires ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills commensurate with job description. Participate in mandatory inservices and continuing education programs as mandated by policies and procedures/external agencies and as directed by supervisor. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Fingering/Touching Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Standing Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%): Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) - NICU only Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Hazardous Drugs (exposure risks, protective personal equipment required)  Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations Essential Job Functions Essential Functions I Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the customer/patient, to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment, as outlined in the Age Specific Criteria. Gives individualized customer service/patient care. Completes age specific competency assessment. Exhibits excellent interpersonal relations with patients, co-workers, physicians, and guests to ensure effective communications. Responds to patient needs promptly and courteously. Obtains feedback from patients and visitors regarding their hospital experience. Communicates patient issues to the appropriate staff. Maintains a positive attitude while responding to requests in a timely and accurate manner. Communicates with other members of the health care team (food service, secretaries, housekeeping, etc.) as indicated. Actively participates in report process. Completes clinical activities identified in the patient's plan of care to meet patients' comfort/activity/sleep needs and other clinical patient needs as delegated by professional staff. Reports patient comfort needs to nurse in a timely manner. Assures that skin is clean and dry. Reports any noticed skin changes. Provides personal care and assists with ADL (activities of daily living). Provides assistance with repositioning, turning and chair transfers. Assists as necessary with ambulation. Completes vital signs per patient's plan of care. Weighs patients per patient's plan of care. Reinforce patient education. Provides transportation assistance. Reports any variation from patient's plan of care to professional staff. Attends to patient amenities; e.g., newspaper, mail. Documents all data collected, in Cerner and/or on worksheets, accurately, completely, and in a timely manner to provide an accurate record of patient activities and response to activities. Documentation is completed in an ongoing basis prior to end of shift. Documentation reflects patient's responses to activities according to patient's plan of care. Documentation reflects care delivered. Provides housekeeping activities to contribute to a safe, efficient, effective and sanitary patient care environment. Completes daily room cleaning according to established procedures for high dusting, vacuuming, mopping hard surface floors, disinfecting vertical surfaces, and spot cleaning vertical surfaces. Keep rooms neat and tidy, free of clutter. Removes trash and soiled linen from room each shift and as needed. Maintains patient environment, such as spills and room temperature, or actively utilizes Integrated Services team to do so properly. Distributes linens to servidors per par levels. Straightens and restocks patient care areas per par levels. Attends to patient amenities; e.g., newspapers, mail, watering plants. Consistently recognizes and utilizes measures to provide for safe, efficient, patient care and work environment. Answers Call Lights in a timely manner and response to the patient request and/or relays request to appropriate resource when necessary. Performs other duties as delegated/under the direction of the professional staff. Assures coverage of all duties when self or other staff are off the nursing unit. Assists other team members when own work is complete. Appropriately reports incidents. Utilizes Standard Precautions and Transmission-based Precautions infection control techniques correctly and consistently. Directly responsible to the staff nurse and assists in the care of the patient by performing delegated activities utilizing the reciprocal process of the 4 Rights of Delegation. Right task (within the scope of practice, according to the job description, and based on the desired outcome, task routine, non-complex, low risk and predictable outcome). Right person (assess competency by certification/licensure, job description, skills checklist, demonstrated skill). Right communication (clear, concise, correct, complete). Right feedback: The Reciprocal Process (timely, specific, checkpoints). Essential Functions II Participates in mandatory in-services and/or CE programs as mandated by policies and procedures/external agencies and as directed by management. Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values, Employee Standards of Behavior and company policies/procedures. Other duties as assigned.