Job Description
LEEDS FULL AND PART TIME POSITIONS - VARIOUS SHIFTS
We are hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to join our dynamic care team at Highview of Northampton in Leeds!
Full-time, part-time, and per diem available on 7a-3p, 3p-11p, and 11p-7a. Weekends, overnights, and evenings come with pay differentials. $22 an hour with weekly pay.
Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.
Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.
As a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) the primary purpose of your job position is to provide your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with our established nursing care procedures, and as may be directed by the licensed staff nurse.
Experience & Education:
Must be a registered certified nurse aide in accordance with the laws of this state.
CPR certification is preferred, but not necessary.
High school diploma or its equivalent preferred.
General work experience in long-term care is preferred, but not necessary.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.
Participate in planning and following current resident care plan on all residents under his/her care.
Complete resident assignments effectively and promptly.
Observe changes in resident conditions and promptly report them.
Document accurately and completely.
Meet personal grooming needs for each resident.
Promptly answer call lights and assure that all are placed within reach of the resident.
Assure the resident care areas are left clean and in an orderly manner.
Contribute to and promote positive resident and family relations.
Follow facility policy and procedures.
Other duties assigned by manager.
Specific Requirements:
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
Must be able to communicate effectively with appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.
Must have knowledge of restorative nursing and rehabilitation policies and utilize appropriately.
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.
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How To Apply
Several ways to apply: Online at https://athenahealthcare.com/careers/,in person at 222 River Road, Leeds MA 01053; email resume or letter of interest to administration@highviewnh.com ; or call Shannon Herzig direct at 413-584-8457 Ext.111 Please let them know you heard about this opportunity from the MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center.
