*CNA - Long Term Care - Travel*
Location: Cody, WY
Shift: 12 hour nights
No of weeks: 13 weeks
Start date- 2/6/2024
No.
of Scheduled Hours: 48
Gross Total Pay (weekly) : $1600
Facility- Cody Regional Health
Job description:
Minimum Years of Experience: 2
Basic CNA tasks, assist with ADL's, bathing, meal time, etc.
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Licensure/Certification/Registry:
BLS (AHA)
State license- Must Be Currently Active
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Duties:
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure
- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper body mechanics and equipment as needed
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by healthcare professionals
- Assist with meal planning, preparation, and feeding
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients
- Document patient information accurately and timely
Skills:
- Senior care: Experience in providing care for elderly patients, including assistance with mobility, personal hygiene, and medication management.
- Pediatrics: Knowledge and experience in caring for children of various ages, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support.
- Dementia care: Understanding of the unique needs of patients with dementia, including behavior management techniques and creating a safe environment.
- Tube feeding: Proficiency in administering nutrition through feeding tubes and monitoring for complications or adverse reactions.
- Behavioral health: Familiarity with mental health conditions and techniques for de-escalation and crisis intervention.
- Patient service: Strong customer service skills to provide compassionate care and address patient needs effectively.
- Memory care: Knowledge of strategies to support individuals with memory loss or cognitive impairments in maintaining their independence and quality of life.
- Medication administration: Competence in safely administering medications according to prescribed dosages and schedules.
- Airway management: Ability to assess airway patency, perform basic airway maneuvers, and assist with respiratory treatments as directed.
- Suture: Basic understanding of wound closure techniques using sutures under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Types: Contract, Travel nursing
Salary: $1,450.
00 - $1,600.
00 per week
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Vision insurance
Physical setting:
* Long term care
Standard shift:
* Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus opportunities
* Completion bonus
Weekly schedule:
* 3x12
Ability to Relocate:
* Cody, WY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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