Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - New York Congregational Nursing Center : Job Details

New York Congregational Nursing Center -Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)New York Congregational Nursing Center is now hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who are committed to providing the best care for our residents. We are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great, supportive working environment for our dedicated staff!Pay: $22.15/hour + shift differential and union benefits!Benefits* Referral and sign on bonus* Shift differentials* Overtime pay* Flexible schedules* Paid time off* 401K* Health dental and vision insurance* Holiday Pay* An engaging, supportive work environment* Performance/Attendance Bonuses* Growth opportunitiesCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position summaryPerform direct resident care duties under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. Assist with promoting a compassionate physical and psychosocial environment for the residents.Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Responsibilities:* Provide personal care (i.e., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) of residents daily and as needed.* Change bed linen and maintain appropriate grooming supplies in resident room on a regular basis.* Ambulate and transfer residents, utilizing appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics.* Record resident vital signs, weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information, as assigned.* Routinely turn and position residents, as necessary.* Observe residents carefully and report changes in condition to Charge Nurse.* Participate in collecting data needed for the accurate completion of the MDS and the plan of care. Provide input to the nurses for development of the plan of care.* Provide adequate hydration to residents at regular intervals each day according to specific resident needs.* Prepare residents for each meal and transport them to dining room (unless a bed patient) making sure that food tray is accessible, self-help devices are available (if needed), and assistance is provided to those residents who cannot feed themselves.* Keep an accurate record of food intake and output, as directed.* Be alert for proper ventilation, temperature, light and noise control.* Take TPR (temperature, pulse, & rate), blood pressure, weighing of residents, etc., as directed.* Promptly answer call lights and assist with other resident needs.* Assist in the orientation and training of other staff, as requested.Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Requirements/Qualifications:* Current Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in NY state.* Must have at least 6 months of CNA experience.* Current/active CPR certification.* High School Diploma or GED preferred.* Effective verbal and written English communication skills.* Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.* Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.