Nursing Asst in Training

Description A Nursing Assistant is compassionate caregiver. He/she has either successfully completed a CNA program or is currently enrolled in a program with the intention of progressing through nursing school. A Nursing Assistant assists CNAs in their daily duties with residents/patients. Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.

Essential Functions

Assists CNAs in their day to day functions. Answers nurse call system to determine resident needs. Assists residents with grooming, oral hygiene, bathing, hair, and incontinence care. Obtains food trays and assists residents with feeding. Assists residents with range of motion exercises, and movement to wheelchair or activity areas.

Assists residents with turning and positioning in bed. Documents services provided Assists residents with ambulation for short distance in facility. Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. Other Functions Performs other duties as assigned. Maintains resident/patient confidentiality. Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong customer service skills. Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff. Ability to demonstrate compassion and patience.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or GED required. Licenses/Certification Within 120 days of employment, completes a state-approved nursing assistant training program & become certified. NOTE: A Nursing Assistant enrolled in a nursing program may be compensated differently based upon the clinical education received. Experience Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Complete 16 hours of classroom education then complete skills checks for clinical areas for which job expectations include.