CNA / Health and Rehab Center / Full Time 7am to 7pm

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) contributes to the basic care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the residents in the role of caregiver, resident advocate, and communicator. The CNA is responsible for assisting residents with activities of daily living and performing nursing tasks delegated to them by licensed nursing staff.

Qualifications

Educational

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate approved by DHEC

Personal and Professional

• Maintains Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must keep resident information confidential including diagnosis and medical history.
• Must be able to properly handle body fluids.
• Demonstrates verbal, non-verbal, and written and skills necessary for effective communication.
• Demonstrates computer skills necessary to complete annual computer training modules.
• Able to handle various emotions associated with residents and their families.
• Evidence of professional manner and conduct.
• Optimal physical and emotional health.
• Adequate speech and hearing to communicate effectively with residents, families and staff.
• Near and far visual acuity, sense of smell.
• Able to frequently lift up 50 pounds and on occasion handle 75 pounds or more.
• Able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to bend and squat.
• Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with staff, co-workers, residents, families and volunteers.