CNA Long Term Care NH Lanier Park FT Days 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Job Category: Clinical Support Work Shift/Schedule: 12 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About:

the Role: Job Summary Demonstrates direct and indirect resident patient care activities under the direction of an RN or LPN.

• Assists residents with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, comfort, and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of residents.

This position will care for patients in the adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. Minimum Job

Qualifications:

Licensure or other certifications: Current Georgia Certified Nursing Assistant licensure.

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Requirements:

Minimum

Experience:

Other: Preferred Job

Qualifications:

Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred

Education:

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Requirements:

Preferred

Experience:

One (1) year of nursing assistant-related

experience:

Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge,

Skills:

and Abilities Basic nursing assistant

skills:

Basic mathematical abilities Knowledge of emergency procedures Demonstrates techniques of therapeutic communication and explains procedure regarding care to be provided to patient prior to start of procedure Demonstrates commitment and willingness to follow supervisory guidelines and work as part of a team Essential Tasks and

Responsibilities:

Makes care rounds and reports pertinent information as appropriate. Takes vitals and tube feeding.

• Provides personal care such as bathing, shampoo, nail care, mouth care, as directed by the patient's plan of care in accordance with service procedures and assists patient's with necessary self help

skills:

, leaving the patient's immediate environment neat and clean. Utilizes proper body mechanics, provides for positioning, mobility, or comfort needs.

• Contributes to patient safety and reports potential problems/concepts to the Patient Care Manager/RN/Therapist.
• Ensures resident equipment is accessible to resident (i.e., call bell, water pitcher, assistive devices).
• Ensures resident activity and other worksheets are completed appropriately.

Stores equipment and supplies in compliance with policies and procedures.

• Reports all complaints and grievances made by patient or family members to charge nurse, ADON, DON, or Administrator.
• Responsible for storing resident’s personal items properly.
• Assist in washing resident’s clothes.

Run errands to other departments to deliver or pick-up items, if requested. May assist with housekeeping duties such as cleaning tables, refrigerator. Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Constantly 66-100% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Fingering Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal

Opportunity:

Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through five hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest – with a total of more than 850 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties.

Learn more at www.nghs.com.