Certified Nursing Assistant
Memphis, TN
Full Time
Mid Level
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant
Job Type: Full-Time
Duties:
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, and toileting.
- Provide support with patient mobility, including lifting, moving, ambulation, and transport.
- Monitor and document vital signs, weight, and intake/output accurately.
- Deliver sitter services, including 1:1 observation and telesitting, as required.
- Collect specimens (e.g., urine, stool, sputum) for laboratory testing.
- Set up and monitor medical equipment, including oxygen and suction devices.
- Communicate patient status changes and observations to the supervising nurse promptly.
- Respond to emergencies by performing Basic Life Support (BLS) and managing crisis situations, such as preventing falls and controlling bleeding.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and assist with the orientation of new CNA staff as a preceptor.
Requirements:
- Certification:
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association preferred).
- Experience:
- Minimum of one year of CNA experience within the last three years.
- Immunizations:
- Proof of negative TB test within the past year.
- Hepatitis B vaccination (or signed declination form).
- Current influenza vaccination during flu season.
- Citizenship:
- Must be a U.S. citizen or provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and patient care procedures.
- Strong observational skills and the ability to document patient behavior and physical care.
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems (e.g., CPRS).
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Shifts available: 8–12 hours, including day, evening, and night shifts.
- May require holiday and emergency coverage with prior notice.
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