Certified Nursing Assistant (cna)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location: North Cape May, NJ 08204
Area: North Cape Center
Shift Information: 7A-3P
Contract: 9 Weeks
Guaranteed: 37 Hours
Every other weekend is required.
Must have completed the original or updated COVID-19 vaccine or present a documented religious and/or medical exemption

Job Summary
If you love the rewards of caring for people on a daily basis, are a hard worker, and are searching for a long-term career, we would love to have you as one of our respected team members! As a CNA, you will utilize your empathic and passionate nature to care for patients and work hand-in-hand with an incredible medical team to tend to the immediate medical needs of your patients. You will be challenged by the dynamic environment, where you will work as a pivotal member of the staff, to exceed company goals and foster teamwork. If you want to play an integral role in providing care and support to patients, then consider working for us.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide personal hygiene for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by assisting with their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating.
• Maintain patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, and recording intake and output of urine.
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and feeding them if necessary.
• Serve the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal requirements.
• Set up medical equipment and help with various therapeutic procedures to include laying out tools for examinations or moving devices between rooms.
• Answer calls for assistance and observe changes in a patient’s behavior, emotional state, or physical condition.
• Implement individualized care plans and offer support to patients to maintain their dignity, privacy, and comfort.
• Assist in the maintenance of a clean, tidy, and safe environment by reporting environmental deficiencies including equipment or lighting problems to the charge nurse.

Required:

• Successful completion of a state-approved CNA program and current certification required.
• Minimum of a high school education or high school equivalency diploma preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Physical ability to perform job-related duties.