NHS Human Services, Inc.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Loomis Lakeside at Reeds Landing Springfield, MA Do you want to work for a company where you can make a difference in the lives of older adults? The Loomis Communities offers Great Benefits including 403b retirement, PTO, sick time and more! Full Time Day Shift (30 hours) and Per Diems all shifts Join The Loomis Team where you get to work alongside a dedicated team of professionals to impact the quality of life for our residents. The Loomis Communities is seeking talented certified nurse assistants, home care assistants, home care companions and resident assistants (certified and non-certified) to work in our beautiful communities. Summary Description: Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed nurse, the CNA is responsible for assisting with direct patient care within the scope of their practice as well as other work on the unit which supports the patient environment. The CNA assists staff to ensure optimal patient care and assists the healthcare team to provide and maintain a clean, safe, and attractive environment for patients. Work will include components of direct patient care, nutrition, observation, documentation, transportation of patients and supplies, and general maintenance of the patient environment. The CNA is responsible for maintaining his/her own clinical and mandatory education requirements and for meeting the established standards of their profession as well as those accountable for his/her practice, assigned duties/patient care, and is an advocate for patients/families and their profession. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific patient populations and cultural diversity during the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. Provides nursing care to residents of The Loomis Communities Nursing Centers in accordance with current Federal, State, and local regulations and facility policies and procedures, under direction of nursing staff, by performing the following duties. Qualifications: Required Education: Must have completed a state certified nurse aid training program with a certificate in good standings, Basic CPR h3. License(s) (Required/Preferred): Nurses aid certification h3. Skills/Competencies: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to read, write, and speak English. Ability to relate well to all residents, including the emotionally upset. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the public. Ability to report to work regularly and promptly. Ability to work beyond normal hours when necessary. At Loomis Communities, we open doors to worlds of positive aging. Building on our proud traditions of integrity, security and hospitality, Loomis will always be a vibrant, welcoming community, providing resources to maximize well-being and personal fulfillment; while sharing our talents and strengths with all those whose lives we touch. Part Time, 24 hours, weekends and week nights. SEE THE LOOMIS COMMUNITY WEBSITE FOR COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION