Nurse Aide in Training - Non-Certified

Life Care Center of Coos Bay
US - Oregon - Coos Bay
June 23, 2024

Residents of Coos Bay enjoy an outstanding quality of life from the many educational opportunities in the area to state-of-the-art medical facilities. Numerous outdoor activities are just minutes away - the Pacific Ocean and Coos Bay, the Coos River and other coastal rivers, Elliot State Forest and a world-class golf resort. Coos Bay is truly a town for those who enjoy all nature has to offer.

Looking to get into healthcare but not sure where to start? We offer a FREE CNA class! Valued at $2,000!
• 2-week course
• Books and uniforms provided
• final exam, certificate and fingerprints paid for

Apply today to get started!Position Summary

The Nurse Aide in Training is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned patients under the directsupervision of a licensed nurse to assure patient safety and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, andpsychosocial well-being of each patient in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Currently enrolled in a State-approved CNA program and may work for a single consecutive period of four (4)months. At the conclusion of the four (4) month period the Nurse Aide in Training must meet the certification requirementsto become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current duringemployment

Specific Job Requirements

Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult patients
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the nursing department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

Lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
Assist patients with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting under the direct supervisor of a licensed nurse
Accurately document and chart patient care
Respond to call lights promptly
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Lift 35 lbs. floor to waist, lift 35 lbs. waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs., and push/pull 35 lbs

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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