OverviewSouthern Utah Veterans Home has an immediate opening for a Non-Certified Nurse Assistant to join our outstanding team Serve and honor those who have served for our country while you pursue your career in healthcare.
ResponsibilitiesTake and record temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.Ambulate residents.Apply proper lifting and transferring techniques.Provide proper positioning and use of postural supports.Maintain residents’ positioning, as needed.Weigh residents on schedule and record weights accurately.Provide restorative and rehabilitative nursing.Directly respond, within the scope of practice, to needs and concerns of residents and family members.Work with the care giving team to identify and resolve resident and family issues.Promptly respond to call lights and other resident needs.Treat residents with compassion and dignity.Establish effective communication/interaction with residents and families.Ensure residents are given correct diet.Use proper feeding techniques while respecting personal dignity and meeting the residents’ needs for socialization.
QualificationsMust be at least 18 years old.Must obtain the Certified Nurse Assistant certification within 120 days of hire.
Once certified, the title will change to Certified Nurse Assistant and employee must maintain a current certification in the state throughout employment.Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.Recent clinical experience or education is preferred.Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.CB