Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant at MASONICARE summary:

A Nursing Assistant in a behavioral health hospital provides basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of licensed nurses, including assisting with daily living activities such as meals, bathing, and mobility. The role is specifically for a night shift position in an acute psychiatric unit. Candidates must hold a current CNA certification and CPR certification.

Behavioral Health CNA (NIGHT SHIFT)

Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital - Wallingford, CT

Night Shift / 24hrs/wk / EOW

* This position is located on a Behavioral Health/Acute Psych Unit*

This is a 50-bed state of the art Behavioral Health Hospital unit

The CNA performs basic nursing care procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse. Follow treatment plan that was designed to meet the appropriate age, needs and abilities of each resident/patient including assisting with meals and nourishments, transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices, ambulations, bathing, toileting and dressing and grooming.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Current Connecticut certification as a nurse's aide - C.N.A. and CPR certification.

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Keywords:

nursing assistant, CNA, behavioral health, patient care, night shift, acute psychiatric unit, CPR certification, basic nursing care, patient assistance, long-term care