Certified Nursing Assistant

Position Summary:
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct care to residents in a long-term care and skilled nursing setting. CNAs assist residents with daily living activities, ensure their comfort and safety, and support the nursing staff in delivering high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' physical or emotional condition to nursing staff.
• Take and record vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
• Help residents with mobility, including transferring, ambulation, and use of assistive devices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Document care provided and observations in accordance with facility policies.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic resident care.
• Observing resident behavior, mood, and physical condition, noting any changes and reporting them to the nurse.
• Serving meals and assisting residents with eating as needed.
• Maintaining resident's personal hygiene by assisting with oral care, incontinence care, and changing bed linens.
• Implementing safety precautions to prevent falls and injuries.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CNA certification in the state of New Mexico.
• CPR certification (preferred).
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Exposure to infectious diseases and bodily fluids.
• Interaction with elderly and disabled residents.