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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Join Our Team! Sign-On Bonus Opportunities: $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for currently certified CNAs. $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for CNA Trainees who complete our training program, earn their certification. Benefits and Career Growth Comprehensive employee benefits. Tuition reimbursement opportunities to support your continued education and advancement in nursing. Opportunities to build your healthcare career and gain valuable experience.
Position Summary Under the direction of licensed nursing personnel, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct and indirect resident care within the scope of their New York State certification. CNAs play an essential role in supporting residents’ daily needs, promoting dignity and independence, and ensuring their safety and well-being. Key Responsibilities Personal Care: Assist residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, repositioning, and skin care.
Resident Safety: Maintain a safe and comfortable environment, respond promptly to call lights and alarms, assist with fall prevention, and monitor equipment for safety concerns. Nutrition and Hydration: Assist with meals, feeding, and nourishment while respecting residents’ individual preferences and choices. Mobility and Rehabilitation: Assist residents with walking, transfers, range-of-motion exercises, proper positioning, and the use of assistive devices.
Resident Advocacy: Respect residents’ rights and choices, report concerns to nursing staff, and promptly communicate changes in residents’ physical, emotional, or psychosocial condition. Documentation: Complete required resident care documentation accurately and according to established policies and procedures. Start Your Nursing Career With Us! Whether you are already a certified CNA or beginning your journey through our CNA Trainee Program, UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health offers opportunities to grow, gain experience, and continue your education in nursing.