Certified Nurse Aide Job Description
Certified nurse aide
provides a safe environment for patient, visitor and employees through identifying, correcting, and reporting health and safety hazards.
Certified Nurse Aide Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Assist the Registered Nurse and Licensed Vocational Nurse in patient care tasks and other unit based activities within the Department assigned
Ensure adequate supplies are available and maintained in order to perform daily tasks
Report extinguished light bulbs, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, malfunctions, breakdowns, Change and install light bulbs as needed
Possesses interpersonal and relationship building skills to work in a cross-functional team the ability to work with residents based on their cognitive ability
Provide supportive personal care services to patients of all ages according to the individualized physical needs of the patient in accordance with state and federal regulatory requirements, under the direction of a registered nurse
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Responsible for assisting the case manager in the implementation and planning of patient care according to the standards care of CTMC Home Health
Acts as personal care provider by attending to ongoing patient needs including, but not limited to, vital signs, personal care, and ADL's
Three to six months related experience and/or training as a home health aide
Successful graduate from an accredited nursing assistant program that includes a minimum of 75 clock hours of training (with a minimum of 51 classroom hours and 24 clock hours of clinical training)
Certified Nurse Aide Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Certified Nurse Aide
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: BLS, CPR, CNA, GED
Education for Certified Nurse Aide
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the certified nurse aide job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in Education, General Education, Nursing, Patient Care, The College, Health, Faculty, Supervision, Healthcare, Foreign Language
Skills for Certified Nurse Aide
Desired skills for certified nurse aide include:
Caring and comforting the sick
Disabled
Injured
Others requiring mental health
Personal assistance
Basic medical terminology
Growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated
Patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations
Common safety hazards and precautions for a safe work environment
Hospital organization and procedures
Desired experience for certified nurse aide includes:
Requires a high school diploma and certification from an accredited nursing assistant program
Hospital Med/Surg experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred
Minimum 6 months of CNA experience, required
Minimum 1 year nurse assistant experience in an acute hopsital setting
Must be able to provide Immunization record for Hepatitis B vaccination series
Discusses concerns about a resident in private with appropriate people, for example—the leadership team, resident’s family
Certified Nurse Aide Examples
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Certified Nurse Aide Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of certified nurse aide. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for certified nurse aide
- Immediately seeks help or advice when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others or patient requires assistance
- PRN position Day shift
- Part-time night shift position
- Performs the following tasks as assigned vital signs and weights, Intake and output measurements, ambulating patients, specimen collection, and ompletion of assigned documentation
- Performs out of chair/back to chair as appropriate
- Part-time position for 12 hour day shift
- PRN day shift position
- PRN position for Day shift
- Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides for personal care and emotional support
- Provides care which may include bed bath, shower, whirlpool, oral hygiene, back rubs, peri-care, freshening linen, cleaning overbed tables, straightening room and other general care as directed by the RN
Qualifications for certified nurse aide
- Have AHA CPR card and current negative TB test
- Associates degree (or higher level degree) in healthcare or a related field
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas or have the qualifications to obtain licensure in Kansas as a Registered Nurse
- Continuing education about person-centered care
- Minimum of 1750 documented hours of employment as a licensed nurse in a long-term care facility
- Experience in supervision of CNAs and LPNs
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Certified Nurse Aide Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of certified nurse aide. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for certified nurse aide
- Promptly reports any changes in patient status (e.g., changes in vital signs, level of consciousness, weight, mobility status, comfort level, feeding pattern or any unusual occurrences) to the RN in a timely manner
- Verifies the diet order for each patient to whom assigned, feeds or assists with feeding, and assists with fluid intake as directed by the RN or patient care plan
- Monitors and accurately records patient intake and output in a timely fashion and in accordance with hospital policy and physician order including routine intake/output, strict intake/output, and calorie counts
- Documents provided care clearly and concisely on the daily care record
- Observes patient's mental and physical conditions, reports any changes to RN
- Distributes drinking water and snacks to patients as applicable
- Requires certification as a Nurse Assistant
- Current American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire required
- Six months of nursing assistant experience preferred
- The CNA is responsible for assisting the RN and LVN implementation and planning of patient centered care for all patients on the unit during his/her shift, according to the standards of care of Central Texas Medical Center
Qualifications for certified nurse aide
- Certification from an accredited nursing assistant program preferred
- Experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred
- Current Certified Nurses Assistant certificate required
- Current AHA BLS/CPR certificate required
- Current Certified Nurses Aide license in state of Texas - NEW GRADUATES WANTED
- CNA course completion
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Certified Nurse Aide Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of certified nurse aide. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for certified nurse aide
- Must hold a current certificate in CNA
- CPI certification within 90 days of hire required
- Six months’ nursing assistant experience
- Running errands/light shopping
- Assisting with personal care (grooming/shaving)
- Bathing/Toileting/Transferring
- Current license as Nurse Assistant with the NC Board of Nursing
- Communicate pertinent information to the Hospice Manager, RN Case Manager and other team members
- Responsible for implementation of the plan of care as directed by the RN case manager and according to the standards care of CTMC Hospice
- Is able to perform basic CNA functions in nursing facility and home settings
Qualifications for certified nurse aide
- Ability to use equipment necessary to provide basic patient care
- CNA experience in hospital setting
- Commitment to student learning and success
- Willingness to embrace new instructional modalities to improve the teaching learning process
- Ability to advise students in academics matters
- One year of long-term care experience
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Certified Nurse Aide Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of certified nurse aide. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for certified nurse aide
- Proof of current liability insurance on file
- The CNA reports patient condition changes, inconsistencies, or other concerns to the registered nurse and/or LVN
- Performs initial and ongoing data collection on all patients/residents under the direction of the Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
- Implements plan of care developed by the Registered Nurse based on patient/resident physical, psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs
- Respond to patient care needs by answering call lights, assisting patients with hygiene care and nourishment, obtaining vital signs, and communicating constructively, effectively and timely with members of the care team
- Check and document patient vitals, glucose, inputs and outputs
- Assist nurses and physicians within scope and competency
- Actively participate in meeting patient experience goals
- Demonstrate and adhere to the standards of infection prevention
- The Certified Nurse Aide is responsible for providing various care services necessary for attending to the personal needs, support, and health status of participants
Qualifications for certified nurse aide
- Some teaching experience
- Must be pleasant in patient/family interactions and have a strong hospitality and customer focus
- To participate in classroom training, individual would need strong math and reading competencies
- Must have a current and valid CNA certification certification as a Medication Aide from accredited program
- Minimum six months previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred or State of Oklahoma Nurse Aide Certificate
- In states where appropriate, must maintain certifications (CNA / CHHA required in NJ)
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Certified Nurse Aide Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a certified nurse aide. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for certified nurse aide
- Provide multiple course offerings including via remote instruction in Virginia
- Provides didactic and clinical instruction for nurse aide students
- Follows federal and state regulations and guidelines pertaining to the Medicaid Nurse Aide program
- Keeps accurate and up-to-date records for the nurse aide program
- Securely maintains tests and records
- Identifies supplies needed to conduct class and lab
- Schedules required clinical days with contracted long-term care facilities and attend clinical days with nurse aide students
- Completes and maintains the required files and other pertinent records in order to maintain clinical facility compliance
- Determines clinical placement of students
Qualifications for certified nurse aide
- Perform assigned duties as instructed for all emergency drills and situations
- Six months to one year’s C.N.A
- Successful completion of State-approved Geriatric Nursing Assistant Certification course
- One to two years CNA experience preferred
- Must maintain current credentials, including CPR, First Aide, TB Test, Physical, Fingerprint Clearance Card, and attend required in-services or other requirements as mandated by the state or contract specifications
- One year of home care or comparable experience is required