CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

SUMMARY The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing direct and indirect care to clients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Job responsibilities include basic client care, the ability to obtain vital signs, recording fluid intake and output, recognizing and reporting changes in client condition, and documentation of client care. This position also requires a positive attitude and demeanor, good communication skills, and performing as an effective COA team member. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Responsible to the RN Clinical Supervisor & Administrator and has a support responsibility to other departments as necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist client with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, transferring or ambulating. Provide supervision and companionship in order to relieve the primary caregiver for a specific period of time, while complying with COA’s policy and Service Plan Agreement. Assist with food, nutrition and diet activities, including preparation of meals when required and purchase of food and other items for the client’s care. Perform light housekeeping services as prescribed by the service plan while communicating any suggested changes to the RN Clinical Supervisor or Case Manager. Complete all required billing, payroll and statistical reports in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain all required paperwork, including service sheets, with clarity; and accuracy and submit them on a timely basis. Attend all required meetings, seminars and workshops that may enhance job performance. Perform other duties as assigned.