What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (Weekends 3rd Shift) position at Caring Acres Nursing & Rehab?
Foxglove Wellness and Rehabilitation
900 S Stone St, Sigourney, IA 52591
Call/text Nabil for an immediate response. (858)325-5542
Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) working the weekends on the 3rd shift! This vital role offers an energetic and rewarding opportunity to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our residents and patients during overnight hours. As a CNA on this shift, you will be instrumental in ensuring comfort, safety, and dignity for individuals across various care settings, including long-term care, assisted living, and acute care environments. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help create a warm, supportive environment that promotes healing and well-being.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient and resident care by assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using safe lifting practices and patient transfer methods like Hoyer lifts.
- Monitor vital signs regularly, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature, documenting findings accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems while maintaining strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Support medication administration under the supervision of nursing staff, ensuring proper procedures are followed for safety and accuracy.
- Assist with specialized care needs such as dementia or Alzheimer's care, memory care programs, and behavioral health support to enhance quality of life.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by adhering to aseptic techniques during procedures like catheter care or wound management.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care plans and address individual needs with compassion.
- Participate in ongoing training related to critical care experience, emergency medicine protocols like CPR or BLS certification, infection control practices, and EMR/EHR system updates to stay current with best practices.
Qualifications
- Valid CNA certification with active licensure in good standing.
- Prior experience working in long-term care facilities or assisted living environments is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, vital signs monitoring, and basic life support (BLS).
- Experience working with geriatric patients or individuals with disabilities such as developmental disabilities or dementia is advantageous.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Cerner enhances documentation accuracy.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while adhering to safe lifting practices; physical stamina for long shifts is essential.
- Strong communication skills coupled with a compassionate caregiving approach that respects patient confidentiality and promotes dignity.
Embrace this opportunity to make a meaningful difference during overnight hours by providing exceptional patient-centered care in a dynamic healthcare environment. We value energetic professionals eager to grow their skills across diverse clinical settings while supporting our mission to deliver compassionate health services around the clock!
Pay: $22.06 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $26