Certified Nursing Assistant, LTC - Evenings at SSM Health

Bridgeton, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, Personal Hygiene Assistance, Documentation, Communication, Safety Practices, Clerical Duties, Equipment Operation, Team Collaboration, Patient Education, Discharge Preparation, Supply Management, Nursing Activities, CNA Certification, Long Term Care, Basic Nursing Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-The Sarah Community Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: Elizabeth House - skilled nursing/nursing home care Location: SSM Health Sara Communities 12284 DePaul Drive Bridgeton, MO 63044 Position Details Schedule: Full-time; scheduled 40 hours a week Shift: Evenings Required Certification: Missouri state issued CNA certification Job Summary: Assists in performing a variety of nursing care services for patients in a long term care setting. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Receives patient care assignment from the registered nurse (RN) in charge. Initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing activities for specific patient age group served. Collects and documents data for the admission assessment and reassessment at specific times for patient population. Documents and provides appropriate data to the RN and/or LPN for analysis and validation of patient’s response to care or treatment and when significant change occurs in the patient’s condition. Contributes to safety and quality care by relaying information via charting and communicating to team members. Informs licensed nurse of any changes in patient condition/needs, of patient complaints, and of patient/significant other educational needs. Answers patients’ calls for help, takes their vital signs, and monitors their behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration. Assists with baths, ambulating, feeding, skin care, personal and oral hygiene and making occupied and unoccupied beds. Performs dressing changes, enemas, ostomy care, toileting, turning, cough and deep breathing, catheter care, collection of biological specimens, measuring and recording intake and output of fluids. Competent in use of lifts, tubs, scales and other equipment as needed. Employees younger than 18 years old may not operate a lift without assistance from a coworker at least 18 years old. Prepares patients for discharge and accompanies them upon dismissal as indicated. Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in keeping with patient care needs and cost containment. Utilizes time and supplies economically and conscientiously. Assists with delegated clerical duties such as answering telephones, relaying messages, transcription of physician orders, preparing and organizing the patient's medical record. Orients new patients and significant others to the nursing unit. Performs mechanical and manual operation of equipment as recommended in user's manual, with ability to recognize common mechanical problems and initiate appropriate corrective action. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Completion of an approved nurse aide training program and passing grade on state of work location required exam. EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving patients. Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Occasional driving. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS State of Work Location: Illinois Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) State of Work Location: Missouri Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services State of Work Location: Oklahoma Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Oklahoma State Department of Health State of Work Location: Wisconsin Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry Work Shift: Evening Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 1800000225 SNF - Elizabeth House Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

Responsibilities

The Certified Nursing Assistant assists in providing nursing care services to patients in a long-term care setting, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with daily activities. They also document patient data and communicate changes in patient conditions to licensed nurses.