Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description
Primary function is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to 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)©.
Licensure: Must have current driver’s license
Experience: At least one year experience, 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, write, and verbally report clinical information to patients, representatives and care
givers, as well as to other Agency staff. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly. Successful
completion of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets §418.76© and written Skills
Test.
Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance