Certified Nurse Aide - Hardin Medical Center : Job Details

DescriptionJoin Our Team: Certified Nurse Aide at Savannah LocationLocation: 935 Wayne Road, Savannah, TN, 38372, United StatesEmployee Type: Full TimeJob Category: Nursing HomeManage Others: NoFLSA Status: Non-Exempt / HourlySign-On Bonus: $1,000Job SummaryAs a Certified Nurse Aide, you'll be an integral part of our nursing home team, offering care for residents, including psychiatric and rehabilitative patients. This role encompasses both direct and indirect patient care activities, following all established policies and procedures. You'll also maintain a safe, clean environment for patients.Reporting StructureReports to Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Director of Nursing (DON).Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Provide personal hygiene assistance and support with activities of daily living.
• Medical Support: Assist the nursing staff with medical tasks like enemas, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, and vital checks.
• Observation & Reporting: Monitor changes in patient conditions and report to the supervising nurse.
• Teamwork: Work effectively as a team member and assist in the orientation of new employees.
• Safety: Maintain a safe and attractive environment, adhering to healthcare best practices like hand hygiene.

QualificationsEducation: High school graduate or final-year enrollee. Successful completion of a state-approved nursing assistant course preferred.Experience: 6-12 months in a nursing home setting with acceptable references. Must pass pre-employment test for nursing assistants.License/Certification: Must hold valid Certified Nurse Assistant privileges in the State of Tennessee.Core CompetenciesMission, Vision, Core ValuesSafety, Quality, CommunicationFlexibility, Customer Service, Diversity and InclusionFinancial and Legal ComplianceFall Management and Problem SolvingPhysical DemandsProlonged standing and walkingLifting, pushing, pulling up to 40 lbsVisual and auditory acuityPotential exposure to infectious diseasesCrisis management abilityWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow all Federal and State laws concerning employment. Discrimination of any type is prohibited.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.Are you compassionate, dedicated, and looking for a meaningful career in healthcare? Apply Today!RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSEducationHigh school graduate or currently enrolled in final year of high school.Successful completion of nursing assistant course and completion of state requirements for certification preferred.Work ExperienceSix (6) months to 1 year nursing home experience with acceptable references required.Must pass the pre-employment test for nursing assistant.License/CertificationCertified Nurse Assistant privileges in the State of Tennessee required