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The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The CNA assists with personal hygiene, daily living activities, and basic nursing care to ensure patient safety, comfort, and well-being. The CNA is responsible for observing and reporting patient conditions, maintaining a clean environment, and promoting continuity and quality of care.
Essential Functions
- Assists patients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and other daily living activities.
- Provides basic care such as changing linens, assisting with repositioning, and providing mobility support.
- Measures and records vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, and reports changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
- Documents patient care activities accurately and promptly, maintaining confidentiality in accordance with healthcare regulations.
- Supports patient nutrition by serving meals, assisting with feeding, and monitoring intake and output.
- Maintains patient safety by ensuring the proper use of restraints, following infection control protocols, and implementing fall prevention measures.
- Assists with basic treatments such as applying nonsterile dressings, ice packs, and heat treatments as directed by nursing staff.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure a positive care experience and address patient needs.
- Participates in ongoing training and education to maintain CNA certification and stay updated on best practices in patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of experience as a CNA required
- 3-6 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of basic nursing care techniques, patient hygiene, and infection control procedures.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to follow instructions, perform routine tasks, and document care accurately.
- Compassionate and patient-focused, with the ability to provide high-quality care in a skilled nursing environment.
Licenses and Certifications
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in state of employment required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
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