Overview:
Join Loretto Health & Rehab in Syracuse, NY, a warm and inviting Skilled Nursing and Short Term Rehabilitation environment with bright modern rooms and a friendly, family atmosphere!
The 583-bed facility offers a wide variety of CNA opportunities in specialized nursing units, including Memory Care, Short-term Rehabilitation, Restorative Care Unit (similar to a step-down unit,) and Long-Term Care
Full time positions available for Evenings
Offering additional pay differential for evenings and overtime after working 8-hour shift (vs 40 hours/week)!
Now offering a paycheck advance option through our PayActive program and the most competitive Certified Nursing Assistant pay rates in the area!
CNAs can make up to $27.67/hour! No Mandation!
Responsibilities:
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), your primary responsibility will be to provide basic care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN). You will play a crucial role in ensuring the comfort and wellbeing of patients by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Assist patients with their personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Help patients with mobility by aiding in walking, transferring, and positioning.
- Monitor patients' vital signs and report any changes or abnormalities to the nursing staff.
- Assist in feeding patients and ensuring they receive adequate nutrition and hydration.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients.
- Respond to patient calls and provide them with emotional support and companionship.
- Maintain a clean and organized environment by changing linens, tidying patient rooms, and replenishing supplies.
- Document patient information and report any observed changes or concerns to the nursing staff.
- Adhere to infection control and safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure the welfare of patients.
- Assist in transporting patients to various departments within the healthcare facility as needed.
Qualifications:
- Current NYS certification as a certified nursing assistant
- Ability to adapt to changes in schedule and rotation to weekend schedule to meet resident needs.
- Ability to deal tactfully with residents, families and other employees and cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.
- Ability to understand and carry out directions and instructions.
- Ability to report changes in residents condition and other pertinent information.
- Ability to take and record information and basic records.
- Knowledge of MS Office and able to learn new software rapidly.
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Benefits/Compensation:
- Pay Range $23.94 - $25.66 / hour
- Excellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance
- Disability coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- 401(k) Retirement/Pension Plans
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Free Loretto Health Clinic Visits
- Paid Time-Off Accrual
- Fun events for employees
- Convenient locations with free parking
- Employee Coaches - to help you achieve life goals
- Diaper Assistance Program
- Opportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites