The Certified Nursing Aide is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned patients to assure patient safety and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each patient in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Reports to unit nurse
Attends and participates in continuing education programs Works in department as well as throughout facility Subject to frequent interruptions Involved with patients, associates, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances Subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, etc. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily as necessary Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday Possible exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B viruses _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent Must be a graduate of a State-approved CNA program Must be currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment. One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. _______________________________________________________________________________________________Specific Requirements Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult patients Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Must be knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the nursing department Must perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
Standard shift:
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Ability to Relocate:
- Mitchell, IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person