Description

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides basic, direct care and assists in daily activities for residents in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current federal and state standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures and, as directed by nursing staff. Works collaboratively to support the Mission and Values of SCBMA.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathe and dress residents, serve meals and assist residents to eat, take vital signs, reposition, provide and empty elimination equipment, lift or assist residents into beds, wheelchairs, etc., change linens and restock rooms with necessary supplies
• Respond to resident call lights according to organization or regulatory entity policies and procedures
• Make resident rounds every 2 hrs. and PRN
• Report observation of resident bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds
• Clean and sanitize resident areas
• Ensure compliance with universal precautions infection control
• Transport residents and equipment in vehicles, wheelchairs or walking, assist with boarding and exiting and securing wheelchairs and safety belts as required
• Identify and report malfunctioning equipment immediately
• Assist residents during admission and discharge, providing physical assistance and post mortem care 
• Participate in resident plan of care
• Communicate information between physicians, residents and health care staff as appropriate
• Report and record all accidents/incidents immediately
• Ensure compliance with all regulations from DHEC, Fire and Safety, OSHA, Labor Laws, etc. and adhere to HIPAA      confidentiality standards.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• High School Diploma (or GED) preferred
• Current SC Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• 1+ years’ experience in health care, long term care or working with the frail or elderly preferred
• Understanding of physical and psychological effects of the aging process and ability to be      respectful and tactful with potential clients, residents, family members,      visitors, medical professionals and general public. 
• Positive      service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required 
• Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to safely transport and transfer residents
• Good organization and communication skills
• Computer skills
• Time oriented, dependable
• Committed to 100%  customer satisfaction

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting,      climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
• Must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range
• Exposure to biological agents such as viruses and other microbes
• Scheduled work during off hours including weekends, nights or holidays