Geriatric Nurse Assistant (GNA)

Kavales Staffing Group
  • Maryland
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Responsible for providing direct care to patients in a long-term care facility. This includes providing personal care, assisting with activities of daily living, and monitoring patient health.
     
    Must be proficient in geriatric care and be able to work independently.
     
    Responsibilities: 
    Provide personal care to patients, including bathing, dressing, and grooming * Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as eating, toileting, and ambulation * Monitor patient health, including vital signs, intake and output, and skin condition * Report changes in patient condition to the nurse * Complete patient care records * Follow all policies and procedures of the facility * Attend continuing education classes to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in geriatric care
     
    Qualifications
     Current GNA certification * At least 1 year of experience working in a long-term care facility * Proficiency in geriatric care * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
     

    Job description

    Certified Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) needed for all shifts.

    Responsibilities:

    • Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming).
    • Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure).
    • Help with patient mobility and positioning.
    • Document patient care and report any changes.
    • Provide comfort and emotional support.
    • Follow infection control protocols.

    Required Skills:

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to perform basic medical tasks.
    • Compassion and patience.
    • Physical stamina for assisting patients.

    Qualifications:

    • GNA certification.
    • CPR and First Aid certification.
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    Onboarding Requirements:
    • Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
    • First Aid and CPR
    • PPD/ Blood Tested for Tuberculousis
    • Background Check (location specific)
    • Drug Test

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per Diem

    Pay: From $18.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid orientation
    • Paid training
    • Vision insurance

    Physical Setting:

    • Inpatient
    • JCAHO accredited facility
    • Long term care
    • Nursing home
    • Rehabilitation center

    Bonus Pay:

    • Attendance bonus
    • Referral bonus

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMaryland

    Skills

    • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)unmatched
    • Background Investigationunmatched
    • Blood Pressureunmatched
    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)unmatched
    • Clinical Assessmentunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • First Aidunmatched
    • Geriatricsunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Infection Controlunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Long-Term Careunmatched
    • Nursingunmatched
    • Nursing Homeunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Personal Careunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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