Education:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
- Successful completion of a Nurse Aide Training Program required.
Work Experience:
- Three (3) months of on-the-job training required to attain proficiency in the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
Licensure/Certification:
- Additional training and certification may be required for specific patient care areas.
- State-approved competency listing may be required for employment in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting, as applicable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of basic patient care procedures and nursing aide responsibilities.
- Ability to provide quality patient care under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
- Ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
- Knowledge of infection prevention, patient safety, and confidentiality standards.
- Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment.
- Ability to perform assigned duties with compassion, professionalism, and attention to detail.