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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (part-time)

Saint Vincent College
United States, Latrobe
300 Fraser Purchase Road (Show on map)
June 04, 2023
Saint Vincent Monastery Infirmary seeks applications for a part-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Primary Function: Provides basic care for the residents and necessary unit tasks, and will function in compliance with applicable health care standards, policies, and procedures; under the direction of the nursing supervisor and reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor. Responsibilities: Bathing (bed, tub, shower or sponge bath) Skin Care. Maintain each resident's skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears, and other damage by changing incontinent residents, turning, repositioning immobile residents and applying moisturizers or ordering preparation to frail skin and other areas. Toileting: bedpan, urinal, commode, and/or toilet. Grooming: (shampoo, nail care, and shaving) Oral Hygiene (teeth or denture care) Assist with dressing and undressing. Assist with feeding of residents who need help. Measuring and recording intake and output. Weigh and record weights as required. Assists in turning and positioning of patients q2 hours and PRN. Proper transfer techniques. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge for safe use of medical equipment (canes, walkers, Hoyer lift, side rails, and oxygen) Help keep rooms, working area clean and supplied. Make and change beds (occupied and unoccupied). Transport residents, supplies and equipment as needed. Assist nurses and other personnel as needed. Ambulation of residents who require minimal assistance. Simple nonsterile dressings. Perform skin assessments and notify RN of any abnormalities in skin integrity. Apply heat or cold compresses, as directed by RN. Answer residents call lights promptly and take appropriate action. Collects and labels specimens (urine, stool, sputum). Measures and records vitals, weights, and report variations to RN. Light laundry for residents in the infirmary. Participate in shift to shift reports. Immediately report any changes in resident's condition or incidents to RN. Maintain confidentiality in relations to all healthcare staff and documentations. All positions require the incumbent to be able to fully embrace the unique mission and identity of the College as a Catholic, Benedictine liberal arts and sciences institution. Saint Vincent College is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from all qualified candidates. Saint Vincent College is committed to building a diversified and competent population of faculty and staff, and encourages applications from women and minorities. Saint Vincent is an equal opportunity employer. PLEASE NOTE: Background checks will be performed on all new faculty, staff and adjunct positions. Employment is conditional upon satisfactory background checks and clearances. TO APPLY: Please submit cover letter, resume and three references.