Nursing Assistant

```Duties:```
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- Assist with mobility and transfers, ensuring patient safety
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the nursing staff
- Assist with medical procedures, such as suture removal and wound care
- Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals
- Assist with airway management and ventilate patients when necessary
- Perform venipuncture for blood draws and IV therapy

```Qualifications:```
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a Nursing Assistant training program or equivalent experience
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Experience working in a healthcare setting, preferably in assisted living or long-term care
- Knowledge of basic patient care techniques and procedures
- Familiarity with medical terminology and documentation practices
- Ability to lift and move patients safely and with proper body mechanics
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the needs of the facility.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Experience:

• CNA: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Decatur, AL 35601 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Decatur, AL 35601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person