Job Description
Job DescriptionLicensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide high-quality patient care in long-term care, rehabilitation, acute care, nursing home, and home health settings. The ideal candidate is dedicated to ensuring patient comfort, safety, and well-being while assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and transferring.
- Measure and accurately record patients' vital signs.
- Assist patients with ambulation, mobility, and proper body positioning.
- Observe patients and promptly report changes in condition or abnormal findings to the supervising nurse.
- Notify the supervising nurse immediately when a patient reports pain.
- Maintain patient safety by following established care plans and infection control procedures.
- Document patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner.
- Assist with oral hygiene, skin care, nail care, and foot care.
- Follow facility policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
- Report to assigned facilities on time and prepared for scheduled shifts.
- Wear required identification and maintain professional conduct at all times.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervising nurse or facility management.
Qualifications
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification for the state of employment (if required).
- Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused attitude.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate patient documentation.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and patient safety practices.
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift up to 80 pounds.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (2–5 hours at a time).
- Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, and other healthcare-related hazards.
Work Schedule
- Full-time
- Part-time
- PRN
- Per Diem
- Day Shift
- Evening Shift
- Night Shift
- Overnight Shift
- 8-hour and 12-hour shifts
- Holiday and weekend availability as needed.
Work Settings
- Long-Term Care (LTC)
- Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
- Nursing Home
- Rehabilitation Center
- Acute Care Hospital
- Home Health Care
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Weekly pay (if applicable)
- Supportive work environment
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development