Description
Start your next chapter at Bolivar Medical Center, a 164-bed hospital serving Cleveland, MS, and part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services and also offers a long-term care unit. At Bolivar, you will deliver vital care in a community setting with the backing of a highly regarded hospital system committed to quality, safety, and local impact.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Long Term Care provides personal care and support to residents, ensuring their psychosocial and physical needs are met in alignment with geriatric care standards. The CNA-LTC plays an essential role in maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive environment while delivering compassionate, resident-centered care.
Essential Functions
Assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including hygiene, grooming, toileting, mobility, and nutrition
Performs basic clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, weight, intake/output, and blood glucose monitoring
Provides physical assistance with repositioning, ambulation, and use of assistive devices
Supports residents during admissions, discharges, and transports to other areas for procedures
Observes and reports changes in residents' condition, behavior, and pain levels
Responds to call lights promptly and ensures resident comfort and safety
Assists with feeding and hydration, and monitors dietary needs as directed
Maintains resident rooms and unit cleanliness, restocks supplies, and manages minor housekeeping tasks
Follows infection prevention protocols, universal precautions, and proper use of PPE
Accurately documents care, observations, and activities in the medical record in a timely manner
Participates in resident care planning, in-service training, and continuous improvement efforts
Upholds regulatory standards and ethical conduct in all job functions
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and strong communication skills
Ability to work effectively under supervision and in high-stress environments
Skilled in time management, prioritization, and multitasking
Familiarity with EMR systems and basic computer proficiency
Committed to safety, confidentiality, and quality resident care
Flexible and dependable, with willingness to work varied shifts as needed
Able to lift, carry, and push up to 50 pounds and assist with resident transfers
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or GED preferred
Licenses/Certifications
Current CNA certification for Long Term Care in the state of Mississippi
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification - required within 90 days of hire
Blood Glucose Monitoring Certification - required within 90 days of hire
Experience
Prior experience in long-term care or a healthcare setting preferred, but not required