Nursing Aide Certified-PACE Amherst-PRN/Variable Hours

1. Provides and documents patient care under the direction of the registered or licensed practical nurse and as outlined in the plan of care. This care includes providing the patient's activities of daily living but assisting with tasks like meals, bathing, ambulating, toileting, and turning and repositioning. The CNA will also assist with maintaining patient stability by checking and recording vital signs and documenting intake and output.

2. Promotes patient comfort by answering call lights (if applicable to work area) and communicating observations or patient needs to the nursing staff.

3. Contributes to a safe and efficient admission, transfer, and/or discharge process.

4. Maintains patient rights to comfort, privacy, and dignity in the process of providing care.

5. Creates and maintains a clean and safe environment on the unit and within patient rooms and areas that protects patients from harm.

6. Follows organization's policies and proce...