Certified Nursing Assistant (Cna)

Oneida Health SNF CNA Days 13 Weeks Oneida, NY 13421 Schedule: Days 6am - 2pm, Every Other Weekend, Holidays per Unit Needs Minimum 2 years' CNA experience New York Certified Nursing Assistant (Required) BLS Certification (Required). Complete Description: Job Summary: Oneida Health is currently seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to care for residents at our Rehabilitation and Extended Care Facility in Oneida, NY. The ideal candidate will provide residents with a high level of care, working both independently and collaboratively with a team. Key responsibilities include assisting residents with daily activities, maintaining a clean environment, and communicating effectively with supervisors and registered nurses. Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality care to residents, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and support staff to ensure residents' needs are met.
• Demonstrate excellnt interpersonal skills, including empathy, patience, and compassion, when interacting with residents and their families.
• Maintain accurate records of residents' health status and care provided, paying keen attention to detail.
• Create and maintain a clean and healthy environment for residents by adhering to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
• Recognize signs and symptoms of illness in residents and promptly report them to supervisors.
• Report instances of abuse, mistreatment, or neglect to appropriate authorities in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Show compassion and dignity when caring for dying residents, ensuring their comfort and attending to their personal needs.
• Communicate effectively with registered nurses, conveying any concerns or changes in residents' conditions.
• Other job related duties as assigned by the management.

Qualifications: Education:

• Completion of a Nurses Aide Training Program OR
• Graduation from an Accredited RN or LPN Program

License/Certifications:

• New York Certified Nursing Assistant (Required)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 2 years

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including empathy, patience, and compassion.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Compassion for residents, especially those in vulnerable situations.
• Ability to recognize and respond to signs of distress or illness in residents.
• Commitment to maintaining resident confidentiality and privacy.
• Willingness to adhere to ethical standards and report any concerns promptly.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move residents with assistance.
• Stamina and endurance to work long shifts and perform physical tasks.
• Manual dexterity for assisting residents with ADLs and performing other duties.

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