Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team at Hathorne Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Danvers, Massachusetts. As a CNA, you will provide high-quality care to our residents, working closely with our nursing staff to ensure their physical, emotional, and social needs are met. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

• Provide routine care to residents, including assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming

• Assist with serving meals, feeding residents, and meal documentation

• Maintain resident rooms in a clean and orderly manner

• Assist with scheduling appointments and transporting residents to activities and appointments

• Monitor resident conditions and report any unusual conditions, accidents, or incidents to the nurse

• Participate in informal and formal resident care meetings as requested

• Follow all health, sanitary, and infection control policies and maintain established standards of practice

Requirements:

• C.N.A. certification as evidenced by completion of Nurse's Aide Training Program approved in accordance with the State of Massachusetts Public Health Code and a passing score on the MA Nurse's Aide Certification Exam

• Clean ASI registry check

• Previous CNA experience desirable, but not essential

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment

• Must be able to cope with the mental, emotional, and physical stress of the position

• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required - bending, stooping, turning, stretching, and reaching above the shoulders are involved

• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics/equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Mechanical devices are provided and are required to assist in proper lifting techniques

Behavioral Competencies:

• Accountability: Demonstrated ability for ownership of all actions and behaviors in fulfilling job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the organization's Mission and values

• Communication: Demonstrated ability to present ideas and information in a concise, effective, and interpersonally appropriate manner

• Customer Service: Demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external customers

• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to establish effective relationships with both internal and external customers

• Trust and Respect: Demonstrated ability to be both trustworthy and trusting of others while respecting the needs of all residents, family, and coworkers

Technical Competencies:

• Understands responsibilities concerning confidentiality, safety, and accident and fire prevention

• Demonstrates proper techniques in relation to body mechanics

• Properly utilizes techniques in performing Activities of Daily Living, assisted feeding, and providing nourishments

• Takes vital signs and weights, records as facility instructed

• Understands and upholds the Resident's Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential

• Follows and complies with all State and Federal regulations as well as established Personnel Policies and Procedures

• Maintains all pertinent records in an accurate, timely, efficient, and confidential manner

• Project a professional image always

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If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is committed to delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Apply today to join our dynamic team at Hathorne Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center!