Certified Nursing Asst

Company: VCU Health System
Location: Richmond
Posted on: May 22, 2020

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARYThe chief objective of this position:To provide restorative nursing care for residents under the direction of the Nursing and/or Rehab staff to maximize and maintain the physical functioning and emotional wellness of the residents. To act as an extender to Nurses, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapist and/or Speech Therapists, performing nursing and/or rehab procedures and resident care tasks within scope of competence and in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificationLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificationDepending on setting, current CPR or BLS certification within 60 days of employmentExperience REQUIRED:Previous experience providing activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs and caring for the physical and emotional needs of patientsPrevious experience using a personnel computer, keyboard and mouseExperience PREFERREDPrevious work experience in a long-term care settingEducation/training REQUIRED: (Note: work experience may be considered in lieu of credentials not required by law with HR approval. Work experience must be specific to role)High School Diploma or the equivalent.Education/training PREFERRED:N/A EOE/M/F/Vet/DisabledQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disability status.

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