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Certified Nursing Assistant CNA
| Company | Illuminus |
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| Location | Rockford, IL, USA |
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| Salary | $18.56 – $20.6 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | |
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| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad |
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Requirements
- At least 16 years of age.
- Active license as a Certified Nursing Assistant with State of WI (or ability to obtain).
- Commitment to quality programs and services for the residents/patients/clients.
- Excellent communications and human relation skills.
- Ability to relate well to the residents/patients/clients, family members / personal representatives.
- Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions and exhibit flexibility when needed.
- Ability to hear communication and communicate verbally, visually and in writing with staff and residents.
- Tolerant of interruptions and flexible when changes occur – may be subjected to verbal or physical outbursts from residents.
Responsibilities
- Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with residents/patients/clients and family members / personal representatives.
- Responsible for maintaining a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
- Attend training sessions, staff meetings and in-services; complete required educational units annually and obtain a minimum of 12 hrs. continuing education per year.
- Read and adhere to resident rights agreement and report any violations immediately.
- Treat residents, families and other staff with dignity and respect.
- Use proper body mechanics in the performance of all tasks, maintain a safety focus.
- Only perform tasks in which they have been trained; will not operate equipment without proper instruction.
- Practice universal precautions and use personal protective equipment when dealing with blood and body fluids.
- Maintain a calm composed attitude when dealing with difficult residents, families or staff.
- Perform personal cares and mobility of residents as assigned and as directed in resident care plan.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain good attendance and take breaks only as assigned.
- Work cooperatively with all disciplines.
- Cooperate with scheduling clerk to accomplish adequate coverage for resident cares.
- Document appropriately in the medical record and effectively utilizes electronic medical record.
- Report to team leader prior to the end of shift.
- Performs other similar duties, as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.
