Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Job Requisition ID: JR0000003211 Shift: Any (United States of America) Compensation Details: SALARY RANGE: $36,608.00 - $44,096.00 BASED ON EXPERIENCE Job Description: The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Certified Nursing Assistant on the Skilled Unit at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA. Salary Range: $36,608.00 - $44,096.00 Shifts: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM - 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM - 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM Job Description: Performs assigned direct care activities and basic nursing procedures in a Skilled Nursing Facility. Job Responsibilities: - Assists nursing staff in assessing the client's physical and mental condition according to policies and procedures. - Assists with patient's feeding (this may include tube feeding), personal hygiene and grooming functions as necessary. - Turns and re-positions bedridden clients, with assistance, to prevent and/or promote the healing of pressure sores. - Completes required documentation in patient and unit records. - Follows hospital/departmental procedures regarding infection control. - Performs basic nursing procedures, such as taking vital signs, weight, specimens according to the treatment plan. - Provides training and/or direction to patients in activities of daily living in order to promote increased independence. - Utilizes correct body mechanics in performing patient care activities to prevent injury. - Maintains current certification with the State Aide Registry (NAR). (Performed by all incumbents) - Completes a minimum of 24 hours of in-service education (training), as required by NAR each year, to maintain current CNA certification. Due to the volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. Please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated and we will contact you if we need clarification or additional information. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring agency. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. Minimum Qualifications: Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant and one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Nursing Asst 1 (HCS050) or position equivalent. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.