Certified Nursing Assistant – 8088820

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Schedule: 8-hour shifts (7:00 AM to 3:00 PM).

Duration: 6-week contract position

Job Summary: As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), your primary role is to provide essential care and support to patients in a Rehabilitation facility in Langhorne, PA, 19047. Working under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses, your responsibilities include:

• Patient Care: Assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and mobility to ensure their comfort and well-being.
• Vital Signs: Measuring and recording vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiratory rate, to monitor patients’ health status.
• Observation: Observing patients’ physical and emotional conditions, reporting any changes or concerns to the nursing staff promptly.
• Medication Assistance: Assisting with medication administration under the guidance and direction of licensed healthcare professionals.
• Mobility Support: Safely transferring and transporting patients using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Hygiene Maintenance: Ensuring a clean and hygienic environment for patients, including maintaining clean bedsheets and patient areas.
• Communication: Effectively communicating with patients and their families, providing emotional support, and addressing their questions and concerns.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborating with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Documentation: Accurately documenting patient information and care provided in medical records and reports.
• Safety Measures: Adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards to prevent the spread of infections.
• Patient Comfort: Ensuring patients are comfortable and assisting in the implementation of care plans to promote their recovery.
• Specialized Care: Depending on the healthcare setting, CNAs may work with specific patient populations, such as geriatric care, pediatric care, or specialized units.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a state-approved CNA training program and certification.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and patient care techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassion, empathy, and the ability to provide emotional support to patients and their families.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift and move patients with proper techniques and equipment.
• Understanding and adherence to healthcare regulations and ethical standards.