Certified Nursing Assistant - Otterbein Staffing Agency

As a Certified Nursing Assistant at Otterbein Staffing Agency, your primary responsibilities include assisting residents with daily activities such as bathing, eating, and mobility. You will support nurses in providing care, ensure timely and accurate documentation of care services, and help create a comfortable, independent living environment for residents. All tasks are performed under the watchful guidance of medical professionals.

To qualify for the Certified Nursing Assistant position at Otterbein Staffing Agency, you must complete an approved nursing assistant program and be certified in the State of Ohio. This includes passing the state examination and being listed on the Nurse Aide Registry. Moreover, having at least six months of direct care CNA experience is essential to thrive in this role.

Certified Nursing Assistants at Otterbein Staffing Agency earn competitive wages, with the pay set at $21.50 per hour on weekdays and $23.50 per hour on weekends. Additionally, we offer an innovative DailyPay option, allowing you to access your earnings when you need them, giving you greater financial flexibility and independence.

At Otterbein Staffing Agency, you have the flexibility to choose your work schedule. We offer various shifts, including 8-hour and 12-hour options, across all our facilities. Because we emphasize a partner-focused approach, you can define your own career path and scheduling preferences, ensuring that you balance work and personal life effectively.

Working at Otterbein Staffing Agency is unique due to our long-standing commitment to providing person-centered care and fostering a supportive community. With over 110 years of experience, we emphasize teamwork and collaboration. As a CNA here, you’re not merely an employee; you are a crucial partner in our mission to enhance the quality of life for residents, which makes every day fulfilling and rewarding.

Highlight specific instances where you provided personal care to residents, how you prioritized their comfort and safety, and any particular challenges you faced. This demonstrates your hands-on experience and ability to adapt in a caring environment.

Explain your approach to empathy, patience, and communication. It’s important to share examples of conflict resolution or managing challenging behaviors while maintaining dignity for the resident.

Discuss your commitment to person-centered care, emphasizing the importance of understanding each resident's unique needs and preferences. This showcases your alignment with Otterbein's core values.

Talk about your attention to detail and organizational skills. Explain how you follow established protocols for timely and precise documentation, and how you prioritize communication with nursing staff for seamless care delivery.

Reflect on the organization’s mission and values, emphasizing your admiration for their long-standing commitment to senior care and the opportunity to partner with experienced professionals to deliver quality support.

Discuss your ability to set emotional boundaries while being compassionate. Share personal strategies you use to cope with the emotional challenges and ensure you provide the best care with resilience.

Enumerate skills such as effective communication, empathy, physical stamina, and problem-solving. Give examples of how you have demonstrated these skills in past experiences.

Share your techniques for prioritizing tasks and time management. Highlight how keeping a structured plan helps you provide the best support to residents without feeling overwhelmed.

Provide a specific example where you took extra steps to enhance a resident's experience, whether through personalized care or creating meaningful interactions, showcasing your dedication.

Explain the philosophy of person-centered care, emphasizing the importance of respecting the residents’ choices and preferences, and how this approach improves their overall quality of life.