Pca/Cna

VitaCare Living Proctor

Pca/Cna

Proctor, MN
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you passionate about helping others and seeking an emotionally rewarding job in the healthcare field? We may have exactly the role you’re looking for! As a certified nursing assistant, you’ll be the main caregiver for our patients with varied levels of mobility who require help with daily living activities like going to the restroom, getting dressed, eating regular meals, and changing bedpans. You’ll also need to accurately record patient vitals, monitor changes in behavior or symptoms, and answer call signals and bells to determine patient needs. If you’re looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: • Relay important data or changes of patient status to charge nurse or general physician and other facility staff as needed • Record patient vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and blood oxygen level • Attend to the basic care and daily living needs of patients including going to the restroom, bathing, eating daily meals, taking proper medication dosages, and getting dressed • Sanitize and clean patient’s room by rotating sheets, bedpans, and performing general room cleaning • Assist patients with regular exercise as needed to maintain physical health and mobility level Qualifications: • The ability to administer catheters and enemas is desired, but not required • Exceptional communication skills in working with patients and families to maintain positive relationships • Should have strong physical stamina to reposition and lift patients from beds to examination tables for wheelchairs and move medical equipment • Experience and knowledge working with bedridden patients and those who suffer from age-related illness such as Alzheimer's and Dementia preferred • Completed the state-approved CNA training program and received CNA certification from a medical facility, vocational school, or community college Compensation: $19 - $23 hourly