Description Summary & Objective The Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) under the direct supervision of the licensed nurse will provide direct patient care while maintaining patient comfort and safety. Essential Functions • Takes and records Vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height and weight. • Performs/Assists with the personal hygiene and activities of daily living (ADL’s) and documents as needed. • Passes out nourishments and water as scheduled or as requested. • Communicates any change in patients and/or resident condition to nurse during each shift. • Answers call lights within appropriate established timeframe. • Maintains patient and/or resident safety at all times. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Other Duties • Follows the instructions of the nurse in a timely and accurate manner. • Provides floor orientation to new employees as needed. • Maintains flexibility in assignment changes due to census fluctuation. • Maintain your required certifications and mandatory skill updates. • Comply with all policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations. • Floats to other units as assigned to meet patient and/or resident care needs. • Perform other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibility • May serve as an interim department leader depending on need Requirements • Clear and Active Certified Nursing Assistant certification to practice in the state of Florida • Medication Administration Training (6 hours) for Assisted Living Facility (ALF) if applicable • CPR certification • 1 year experience preferred • Computer skills sufficient to properly document services and care • Must be able to read, write and understand the English language