Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Perform direct resident care duties under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel, while maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for the residents.

• Knowledge of food service, sanitation, dietary processes, therapeutic diets, and labor laws.
• Apply personnel administration and budgeting principles for efficient food service operations.
• Supervise food quality, quantity, inventory, ordering, and maintain records including census data.
• Assist in recipe standardization, menu cycles, training, cleaning schedules, and supply inspections.
• Use computerized menu/tray card systems; confer with dietitians on unusual dietary issues.
• Maintain sanitation, equipment upkeep, dining room visits, and report food acceptability.
• Attend meetings, keep good staff relations, perform assigned tasks, and be available for emergencies.

• High school diploma or equivalent, or verification of active pursuit of its equivalent is required.
• Nursing Assistant certification is required after working 120 days. Additionally, a Nursing Assistant must be in good standing with the State.
• Sufficient education in order to perform daily tasks with an understanding of the duties involved.