Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description
Essential job duties for this position include the following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required
Provide general attention to the non-medical needs of the client(s) following an established Service Plan/Care Plan. This may include personal hygiene, toileting, bathing, oral care, hair, and/or skincare
Assist client(s) in and out of bed, excluding the use of mechanical lifting equipment unless trained and documented as competent
Assist client(s) with walking, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable
Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding as required
Provide medication reminders
Remind clients to complete prescribed exercises when instructed by the appropriate health care professional
Remain in client vicinity at all times during shift and report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency
Utilize the FLHC required time management system for Clock-in and Clock-out procedures when reporting for work and when clocking out from work
Document services delivered in accordance with FirstLight Home Care policies and procedures
Record and report changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior, or appearance to the supervisor
Report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency
Adhere to HIPAA regulations
Provide general companion care services, and homemaker services
Participate as requested in the quality assurance reviews and evaluations of FirstLight’s services
Stay current with changing technology, including software programs
Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures