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CNA SNF/State PRN Days

Community Health Systems · Newport, Tennessee, US

Job Summary The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing...

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Job Summary The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The CNA assists with personal hygiene, daily living activities, and basic nursing care to ensure patient safety, comfort, and well-being. The CNA is responsible for observing and reporting patient conditions, maintaining a clean environment, and promoting continuity and quality of care. Essential Functions: - Assists patients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and other daily living activities. - Provides basic care such as changing linens, assisting with repositioning, and providing mobility support. - Measures and records vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, and reports changes in patient condition to nursing staff. - Documents patient care activities accurately and promptly, maintaining confidentiality in accordance with healthcare regulations. - Supports patient nutrition by serving meals, assisting with feeding, and monitoring intake and output. - Maintains patient safety by ensuring the proper use of restraints, following infection c...