Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Fairfield County
3 months ago
Greenwich
Job Description Job Summary: The Caregiver provides direct personal care and related services in the home that are allowed to be performed under state law. She/he functions under the direction, instruction and supervision of the RN Supervisor. Certified Nursing Assistant Responsibilities: • Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse., • Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming., • Help patients with mobility and transfers, including lifting and positioning., • Monitor and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure., • Assist in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment for patients., • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care., • Communicate effectively with patients and their families to provide emotional support, • Skills:, • Ability to lift and move patients safely and with proper body mechanics., • Experience in assisted living or long-term care settings preferred., • Knowledge of patient care techniques and infection control protocols., • Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members., • Understanding of social work principles for providing holistic care to patients., • Familiarity with dementia care practices and behavior management techniques. Certified Nursing Assistant Requirements: • High school diploma or GED, • Completion of a state-approved CNA certification training course, • Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification, • Ability to think and work independently and with direction., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment, • Good communication skills and bedside manner with a compassionate personality, • Up-to-date identification, • Basic computer skills