We're looking for two upbeat, compassionate individuals to join our team!
The Certified Nursing Assistant cares for residents under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The position requires patience, compassion and a desire to care for the residents in a gentle and empathetic manner.
Are you a new CNA? Christian Park Village may reimburse you for your training costs! Bay College's M-TEC program runs classes periodically in Escanaba, as well as the newly-opened Superior Pro Medical Training facility in Marquette (Harvey). Call the facility at (906) 786-0408 for scheduling information regarding these training facilities.
We also want to help you attain your nursing degree! Eligible full time employees may apply for up to $2,500 per calendar year tuition reimbursement!
Essential functions and responsibilities include taking and recording vital signs, measuring and recording height and weight, recording fluid intake and output, caring for each resident's environment, and recognizing abnormal changes in body functioning - as well as recognizing the importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor. CNAs are responsibhle for making routine rounds on each assigned resident, bathing residents, assisting with grooming, dressing, toileting, perineal care, oral care, eating, hydrating, and providing post mortem care.
CNAs must be observant of residents' skin when giving care, reporting any changes to a licensed nurse. In providing skin care, CNAs transfer, position and turn residents. CNAs must modify their own behavior in response to residents' bahaviors, as must be aware of developmental tasks associated with the aging process. CNAs are responsible for meeting each resident's mental health and social service needs, allowing each resident to make personal choices, providing and reinforcing behavior consistent with the resident's dignity, and using available sources of emotional support.
CNAs are responsible for maintaining or improving the level of independence for each resident in their care through regular range of motion exercises, proper positioning in bed and chair, and the use of assistive mobility devices.
Non-resident care tasks include, but are not limited to: washing wheelchairs, cleaning soiled utility areas, cleaning shower and whirlpool rooms, and cleaning kithen areas on the nursing unit.
For any questions, stop in to the facility during normal business hours or send an e-mail to Wayne at village_admin@cienafacilities.com .
