Certified Nursing Assistant : Coral Gables

Luxury Senior Living CommunitiesIn Coral Gables, Kendall & HomesteadIs looking forCertified Nursing AssistantforitsPalace at Coral GablesLuxury Independent Living for Active Adults1 Andalusia Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134Best Independent Living Community in the USby the National Associated of Home Builders, 2014The #1 Priority of this position is...To care for residents in the community in a kind, loving, gentle, safe, patient, and professional manner, respecting the privacy & dignity of the residents while assisting them with personal care including activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and supervision of self administered medications.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesSupervise the residents Activities of Daily Living.Observe residents for any changes in condition and report.Be friendly and supportive to residents; respond to residents' needs and requests.Take residents' vital signs and blood pressure as indicated by nurse and promptly report findings.Prepare admission packets/supplies for new admissions.Carry out all safety measures for residents and self in body mechanics, half side rails, spills, etc.Encourage & assist residents to attend all therapies as ordered by the physician.Guide and orient residents to all of our community areas, daily activities, meal services and other services.Maintain residents' apartments in a clean and organized manner on a daily basis.Always respond to Emergency call system quickly.QualificationsCertified Nursing Assistant Florida Certification, preferredMust obtain current CPR/First Aid card.High school degree or equivalent (GED)Experience in working with geriatric residents in a similar type of setting such as Nursing Home or Assisted Living Facility.Able to operate equipment, such as wheelchairs, walkers & pendants, etc.Ability to speak, read & write English with good comprehension. Spanish preferred.Basic math skills required.Must be familiar with AHCA Regulations, State and Federal Laws.The Ideal CandidateResponsible, always on time, resourceful, very accurate and detail-oriented.Flexible as to work schedule. Must be available to work on weekends, holidays and in emergency situations.Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task.Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently AND as a team member.Demonstrate excellent verbal communications, interpersonal skills and empathetic listening.Exhibit an enthusiastic and friendly personality that has aptitude for working with a variety of people.