Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description
Primary function is to provide healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; assist
in providing a safe and clean environment, work cooperatively with patient and family and share observations
and problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Job Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma preferred. Has successfully completed one of the following: A) Training
program/competency eval as specified in §418.76 (b)(c) of the Medicare regulations; B)
Competency eval program that meets §418.76 (c); C) Nurse Aide training/competency eval
program approved by the state and listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; D)
State Licensure program that meets requirements of §418.76 (b)(c).
Licensure: Must have current Drivers License
Experience: At least one year preferred, as a hospice aide or nursing assistant in a hospital, nursing home,
home health agency, hospice, or long term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing
assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program.
Skills: Must be able to read and write in English and follow written and verbal instructions in English
effectively. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of the ill and elderly. Must pass Aide
Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets §418.76(c) and written s