Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Key Responsibilities:

Allowing for some variation in duties from one work setting to another, the following are typical responsibilities of CNAs:

• Assist patients with activities of daily living activities (bathing, dressing, eating, mobility, and toileting).

• Take vital signs and report any changes in patient condition to the nursing staff.

• Ensure patient rooms and living spaces are clean, organized, and safe.

• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents and patients.

• Follow individualized care plans and facility procedures with professionalism and care.

• Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention 

• Document all care provided and refused and submit paperwork

• Maintain patient confidentiality

• Clean and sanitize patients’ clothing, rooms, bathrooms, examination rooms, or other areas, maintaining safety standards and infection control procedures

• Accompany or transport resident’s to doctor’s appointments.

• Work closely with nursing and clinical teams to ensure quality care delivery.

Qualifications:

Here are basic qualifications and important skills for nursing assistants working with Innovative Healthcare Solutions:

• Completing a nursing assistant course that meets state requirements.

• Passing the respective state’s competency exam and obtaining a certification.

• CPR/BLS certification.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and patient care skills.

• Providing empathetic, compassionate, and reliable care.

• Ability to work in a variety of environments with flexibility and professionalism.