A Certified Nursing Assistant performs many basic care tasks for patients, such as grooming, dressing, bathing, eating, and exercising. They also assist the nursing staff with medical tasks like taking blood, monitoring vitals with medical equipment, and reporting patient behavior and wellbeing. Their role is to ensure patients are comfortable and well cared for while under the supervision of doctors and nurses in hospitals, outpatient centers, and long-term care facilities.
Skills and Qualifications:
Excellent interpersonal skills, including customer service, patience, empathy, and compassion
Effective communication skills, including active listening, writing, speaking, and reading comprehension
Good collaboration and teamwork skills
Fast and adaptive problem-solving abilities
Keen attention to detail
In-depth understanding of patient care policies and regulations
Familiarity with symptoms and signs of improvement for various medical conditions
Comfortable working with specific populations of patients, including the elderly and those with special needs
Physical strength and stamina
Licenses/Certification:
Current Certified Nursing Assistant license required