We are seeking for compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team focused on providing exceptional care to veterans. In this role, CNAs will play a critical part in helping veterans achieve, maintain, or recover their optimal health and quality of life.

As a CNA, you will deliver direct patient care, ensure patient comfort and safety, and support the overall well-being of those who have served our nation. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans through high-quality, personalized care.

If you are committed to excellence in patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, toileting, changing linens, and meal assistance.
• Support patient mobility through lifting, moving, and ambulation assistance.
• Provide close observation and sitter services, including tele-sitting and one-on-one monitoring, as needed.
• Document patient observations, behavior, and physical care on designated flow sheets every tour, with intervals as frequent as 15 minutes, under the direction of the RN or charge nurse.
• Deliver direct patient care, including collecting specimens, monitoring vital signs, managing intake/output, and performing foley care and basic medical equipment setup (e.g., oxygen and suction devices).
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families through clear and effective communication. Serve as a preceptor for new CNAs, guiding their orientation and clinical practice.
• Monitor and respond to emergent care situations, including providing basic life support, preventing falls, managing bleeding, and assisting during behavioral crises until additional help arrives.
• Immediately report changes in patients' physical or mental condition to the assigned or charge nurse.

Qualifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistants must have one (1)-year experience within the last three (3) years.
• Must be US citizens or must provide proof of citizenship.
• Possess a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or an equivalent provider.
• Maintain an updated immunization schedule, including Hepatitis B vaccination/signed declination form and TB testing.
• Must be willing to complete orientation and training required for the role. Knowledge and skills will be assessed upon completion of training to ensure competency.