CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Permanent position!
2 days ago
Paramus
Job Description **CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - must have valid NJ nursing assistant license and valid CPR or BLS -- Under the direction of the Nurse Manager or designee, performs basic, routine duties related directly and indirectly to nursing care of patients. Responsibilities: • Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served., • Observes and reports any changes in the residents’ physical, mental, emotional, Behavioral, and social well-being., • Takes and records TPR and reports deviations from normal to Primary or Charge Nurse., • Obtains specimens as assigned (e.g., urine, stool, sputum)., • Weighs patient and records weight., • Assists patient with activities of daily living including skin care (e.g., bathes, dresses, helps patients ambulate)., • Records oral intake and urinary output., • Performs assigned treatments (e.g., R.O.M., Dayroom Monitoring, Courtesy Cart)., • Communicates effectively with Charge Nurse/Primary Nurse regarding patients’ needs and requests., • Orients patient to environment and develops rapport with patients, family and significant others., • Keeps patient unit and non-patient unit clean (e.g., wipes tables, neatens storage rooms, pantries and other areas)., • Prepares bedside units for new admissions (e.g., stocks with bedpan, tissues, water, cups)., • Apply principles of infection control and safety in the work environment., • Reports significant unit problems to charge nurse., • Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Promotes adherence to the Patient's Bill of Rights., • Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations., • Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct., • Maintains Nurse’s Aide Certification., • Heartsaver Certification required., • 1 year of experience as a Nurse's Aide - Long Term Care facility experience., • Technical skills required for patient care., • Good oral communication skills., • Good interpersonal skills., • Must pass Nursing Attendant test administered by BNBMC, • Successful completion of an approved Nurse’s Aide training course required., • High school graduation or equivalent preferred. Company DescriptionAbout RSC Healthcare Launched in 2018, RSC Healthcare is an RSC Solutions company created to focus on recruiting and staffing across all positions in the healthcare industry. Our knowledgeable staff brings multiple decades of experience within the healthcare industry to assist clients in attaining the highest quality talent in the marketplace. By leveraging RSC Healthcare’s extensive database and experienced recruiting team for candidate healthcare positions, our clients realize both substantial cost-savings and a streamlined, efficient process. We provide staffing for all levels and positions across your organization, including: Registered Nurses Physical/Occupational Therapists Certified Nursing Assistants Radiology Technicians All skilled medical and allied health professionals As a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, it is our goal is to connect patients with quality caregivers. Our experienced team and industry knowledge allow RSC Healthcare to deliver the qualified healthcare professionals our clients need.About RSC Healthcare\r\n\r\nLaunched in 2018, RSC Healthcare is an RSC Solutions company created to focus on recruiting and staffing across all positions in the healthcare industry. Our knowledgeable staff brings multiple decades of experience within the healthcare industry to assist clients in attaining the highest quality talent in the marketplace.\r\n\r\nBy leveraging RSC Healthcare’s extensive database and experienced recruiting team for candidate healthcare positions, our clients realize both substantial cost-savings and a streamlined, efficient process. We provide staffing for all levels and positions across your organization, including:\r\n\r\nRegistered Nurses\r\nPhysical/Occupational Therapists\r\nCertified Nursing Assistants\r\nRadiology Technicians\r\nAll skilled medical and allied health professionals\r\n\r\nAs a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, it is our goal is to connect patients with quality caregivers. Our experienced team and industry knowledge allow RSC Healthcare to deliver the qualified healthcare professionals our clients need.