Certified Nurse Assistant

VitaCare Living - Mount Horeb, WI • Mt Horeb, WI, US

Posted 11 months ago

Description

Are you passionate about helping others and seeking an emotionally rewarding job in the healthcare field? We may have exactly the role you’re looking for! As a certified nursing assistant, you’ll be the main caregiver for our patients with varied levels of mobility who require help with daily living activities like going to the restroom, getting dressed, eating regular meals, and changing bedpans. You’ll also need to accurately record patient vitals, monitor changes in behavior or symptoms, and answer call signals and bells to determine patient needs. If you’re looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Attend to the basic care and daily living needs of patients including going to the restroom, bathing, eating daily meals, taking proper medication dosages, and getting dressed
Provide carefully documented patient information in charts for multiple vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and blood oxygen level
Relay important data or changes of patient status to charge nurse or general physician and other facility staff as needed
Sanitize and clean patient’s room by rotating sheets, bedpans, and performing general room cleaning
Assist patients with regular exercise as needed to maintain physical health and mobility level

Qualifications

Candidates must have already completed the state-approved CNA training program and received CNA certification from a medical facility, vocational school, or community college
Job seekers must possess a high school diploma or equivalent such as GED
Experience and knowledge working with bedridden patients and those who suffer from age-related illness such as Alzheimer's and Dementia preferred
Candidates should have the physical stamina to reposition and lift patients from beds to examination tables or wheelchairs and move medical equipment
Capable of administering catheters and enemas, preferred, but not required

Compensation

$39,500/year

About VitaCare Living - Mount Horeb, WI

We are looking for individuals dedicated to caring for the elderly in our community. Our Mt. Horeb community is a vibrant and active community looking for hardworking, organized team players. Apply today!