Certified Nursing Assistant

<p>Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference in people&rsquo;s lives? Do you want to work for a company that truly cares about you? At BrightStar Care, we become part of our clients&rsquo; lives by providing the highest quality care when they need our help the most. That&rsquo;s where you can shine.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> Our employees are our greatest asset, so we are committed to hiring the best in the industry.&nbsp;Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care employees uphold A Higher Standard.</p>

San Luis Obispo, CA

BrightStar Care San Luis Obispo

<p>At BrightStar Care of San Luis Obispo, Independently Owned and Operated, our home care agency provides quality home care, caregivers, and medical staffing solutions to families and businesses throughout the state of California. We offer compassionate care, peace of mind and exceptional service &mdash; any time, any place.</p> https://www.brightstarcare.com/san-luis-obispo

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Full-Time

Overview: <p>The&nbsp;Certified Nursing Assistant will be a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse, and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the client&rsquo;s needs at their home.</p> <strong>Benefits</strong><br /> <ul> <li>Weekly pay with direct deposit</li> <li>GPS time and attendance technology enhances your access to key scheduling and care information</li> <li>Free continuing education</li> <li>Work as often as you want on a variety of assignments, procedures, and treatments</li> <li>Weekend and evening opportunities, in-home and facility based</li> <li>One to one patient care</li> <li>BrightStar Care of San Luis Obispo is Joint Commission accredited!</li> <li>National opportunities with over 250 locations in US&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>The Certified Nursing Assistant is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the client&rsquo;s needs.&nbsp;</li> <li>The nursing assistant is responsible for observing clients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.&nbsp;</li> <li>The Certified Nursing Assistant will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a client&rsquo;s care.</li> <li>Responsibilities of the nursing assistant are to provide personal care as directed by the Director of Nursing or registered nurse supervisor.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Limitations</strong></p> <p>The CNA will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the State&rsquo;s Nurse Practice Act.&nbsp; Specifically, the nursing assistant will not administer medications, take physician&rsquo;s orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
Requirements: <p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED</li> <li>Successful completion of a nursing assistant program</li> <li>Certification as a CNA</li> <li>Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience required.</li> <li>Certified in CPR</li> <li>Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray</li> <li>Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with the organizations requirements.</li> <li>Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision</li> <li>Empathy for the needs of the client</li> <li>Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills</li> <li>Ability to express spoken and/or written ideas in English</li> <li>Treats clients, staff and the public with courtesy, respect and presents appositive public image.</li> <li>Works as a team member</li> <li>Insure confidentiality and security of the client&rsquo;s medical information.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Brightstar Care Core Values</strong></p> <ul> <li>Be open and position: kind and genuine with others, manages pressure and stress in a positive way</li> <li>Serve with Passion: provide help first, be confident, yet stay humble, serve for the greater good and make a real difference.</li> <li>Be open and positive</li> <li>Serve with Passion</li> <li>Do the right thing</li> <li>Do what you say</li> <li>Make it great&nbsp;</li> </ul>