CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)
Company: Alameda Center
Location: Perth Amboy
Posted on: October 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Looking for certified nursing
assistant jobs in Perth Amboy, NJ, where you can change lives as
part of a compassionate and supportive team? The Alameda Center for
Rehabilitation and Healthcare provides clinical excellence in
orthopedic rehabilitation, pulmonary care, cardiac care, and more.
In addition to state-of-the-art medical care, our subacute
rehabilitation and nursing care facility provides spacious lounges,
a diverse set of religious services and cultural programs, local
outings for residents, fine dining, and all the comforts of
home.
We also offer some of the most rewarding CNA jobs in NJ, with
benefits including a generous sign-on bonus, fully paid medical,
dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan -
just to start. When you join our team, you'll be our priority
because we know that excellent care starts with a well-supported
staff. With weekly employee appreciation events and monthly gift
giveaways, we always look for ways to celebrate the team members
who are at the heart of everything that we do.
Whether you work per diem, part-time, or full-time shifts, Alameda
Center's CNA jobs in Perth Amboy offer a great opportunity to
advance your healthcare career. With our convenient location just a
short walk from the Perth Amboy train station, bus stops, and
enticing eateries along Smith Street, getting to work and enjoying
your breaks will never be easier. Take a look at these details for
our open positions:
Benefits
Certified nursing assistant salary range: $19.04 to $20.54 per
hour
Free medical, dental, and vision insurance
Disability and life insurance benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Same day pay - with opportunities for overtime and holiday pay
Competitive nursing sign-on bonus
Employee referral bonus
Exciting benefits through our attendance program
Weekly employee appreciation events, which we call Thankful
Thursdays
Employee gift giveaways each month
Competitive PTO benefits
Flexible shifts which include full-time, part-time, and per diem
options and day, evening, and night shifts
Joining our team will give you the chance to make a real difference
for residents when they need it most - one of the best rewards of
working in the nursing profession. For a snapshot what this looks
like at the Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare,
here's what a few of our residents have said of their experience
with our team:
Alameda Center gave me back my independence! - Yogesh S.
I am thrilled with the care I received at Alameda Center. When I
first came, I couldn't walk, and now I'm back on my feet. -
Margaret D.
Alameda Center is the most peaceful place in today's world. Right
from the beginning of my stay at Alameda, the staff's pleasant
attitude set an aura of calmness throughout the building. They
demonstrate such great care for the residents From housekeeping, to
nursing, all the way up to the administrator - the staff is full of
understanding and compassion. - Thomas P.
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Job Responsibilities
Serving residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort
and within limits as defined by delegated tasks
Participating in the formulation and follow through of the
resident's nursing care plan
Ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of
service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which respects the
needs and rights of individuals
Adhering to instructions establishing shift routines issued by the
nursing supervisor or charge nurse
Performing certified nursing assistant duties based on established
methods and techniques and in conformance with recognized
standards
Assuming responsibility for varied resident care duties as assigned
by the charge nurse including admitting (assisting with resident
admission assessments), discharging, transferring, and caring for
residents' personal belongings
Assisting the professional nurse with resident treatments and
vitals, as necessary
Taking and recording residents' weight, blood pressure,
temperature, pulse and respiration
Assisting residents with self-medications, as directed
Collecting charts, records, and reports as directed
Reporting changes in the conditions of residents, family member
concerns, and resident complaints to the charge nurse and/or
supervisor
Assisting all residents with their meals and providing in between
meal nourishment, as well as fresh ice and water to the bedside
Helping with daily hygiene to include bathing residents in their
bed, tub, or shower, combing their hair, and cleaning and cutting
their fingernails
Bagging soiled linen and delivering to the dirty linen area, and
cleaning items in a domestic washer/drier if assigned
Obtaining clean linens and supplies as directed, cleaning utility
rooms, kitchen areas and all other nursing areas, as assigned
Cleaning and sanitizing resident equipment
Making beds (both occupied and unoccupied)
Answering residents' call light or bell, delivering messages,
administering bedpans and urinals, and cleaning areas of spillage
or accidents caused by the resident
Verifying that all residents have wrist bands and medication,
picture, and door tags
Accompanying residents when transported outside the facility for
appointments as needed
Receiving and escorting visitors and interacting with residents,
families, visitors and employees
Transferring residents' belongings and equipment as directed and
assisting with postmortem care
Carrying out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on
intervention or participation may be required
Participating in the orientation of new nursing assistants
Performing other duties as requested
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Qualifications and Skills
Completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant
program
Completion of a medication assistance in-service program from an
RPH licensed in the state
High school education or high school equivalency diploma
(preferred)
Verification of a negative TB skin test (annual requirement)
Minimum of 12 hours of CNA continuing education programs provided
by the facility, in order to maintain certification
Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering
simple treatments and providing related bedside resident care
services
Understanding of the standard techniques used in providing personal
services for residents and in caring for equipment and supplies
Awareness of safety hazards to residents and self
Familiarity with facility regulations and the location of various
facility departments
Understanding of basic medical asepsis, sterile techniques, and
universal precautions to avoid infection of residents and
contamination of equipment and supplies
Ability to work rotating shifts and in different units as
residents' needs require (specific scheduling will be under the
direction of the nursing supervisor)
Ability to positively interact with personnel, residents, family
members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general
public
Ability to read, write, and understand the English language
Good physical and mental health
Ready to Take Your Nursing Career to the Next Level?
As a certified nursing assistant at the Alameda Center for
Rehabilitation and Healthcare, you can make a real difference in
people's lives - including your own. Learn more about this
fantastic opportunity and consider applying with us today!
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