Certified Nursing Assistant

Young Adult Institute Inc

Base: $20.00 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Full time, includes weekend shifts
Assisting with showering toileting grooming
Turning or moving people from wheelchair
Checking vital signs blood pressure heart rate
Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving their fullest potential. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, documenting care, and promoting community integration, all while fostering a person-centered approach

Job Summary

  • YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working and learning.
  • The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm for working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and a willingness to help with Activities of Daily Living such as assisting with showering, toileting, and grooming.
  • Job duties include turning or moving people, gathering medical supplies, documenting intake, checking vital signs, and adhering to safety procedures while using equipment like Hoyer Lifts.

Matching Summary

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Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving their fullest potential. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, documenting care, and promoting community integration, all while fostering a person-centered approach.

Salary

Base: $20.00 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assisting with showering toileting grooming
  • Turning or moving people from wheelchair
  • Checking vital signs blood pressure heart rate
  • Documenting food liquid intake
  • Cleaning rooms and bed linens
  • Using Hoyer Lifts safely
  • Taking care of wounds

Nice-to-have

  • Enthusiasm for working with disabilities
  • Effective communication skills
  • Time management skills
  • Teamwork within circle of support
  • Building positive relationships
  • Willingness to assist with ADLs

Key Requirements

  • Active CNA State Certification
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Driver's License NY State preferred
  • Mandatory OPWDD initial trainings
  • Tuberculosis test mandatory

Work Rights

Not specified

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