At KareLink, our team of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) plays a crucial role in delivering compassionate and comprehensive care to patients, especially the elderly. Our mission is to ensure that all individuals receive the attention and support they need to maintain their dignity and quality of life.

Role and Responsibilities of CNAs

Attending to Basic Care Needs

Our CNAs are trained to assist patients with essential daily activities, including:

• Personal Hygiene: Helping patients with bathing, grooming, and oral care to promote cleanliness and comfort.
• Mobility Assistance: Repositioning patients in bed or assisting with transfers to and from wheelchairs, ensuring safety and preventing falls.

Support with Daily Living Activities

In addition to personal care, our CNAs provide support with daily living tasks:

• Meal Preparation and Assistance: Preparing nutritious meals and helping patients with eating, ensuring they receive the necessary nutrition.
• Toileting Assistance: Providing help with using the restroom, including incontinence care, to maintain dignity and hygiene.

Monitoring Patients’ Condition

Our CNAs are crucial in observing and reporting changes in patients’ health:

• Vital Signs Monitoring: Taking and recording vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure, which helps in early detection of potential health issues.
• Emotional Support: Offering companionship and emotional support to patients, helping to alleviate feelings of loneliness or anxiety.

Specialized Care for the Elderly

Focus on Geriatric Care

Our CNAs are specially trained to meet the unique needs of elderly patients:

• Understanding Age-Related Issues: They are equipped to handle the physical and cognitive challenges that often accompany aging, such as mobility limitations and memory issues.
• Promoting Independence: Encouraging patients to participate in their own care as much as possible, fostering a sense of independence and self-worth.

Collaborating with Healthcare Teams

CNAs work closely with other healthcare professionals:

• Communication with RNs and Physicians: Reporting any changes in a patient’s condition to registered nurses and doctors, ensuring a coordinated approach to care.
• Supporting Therapeutic Activities: Assisting with rehabilitation exercises and other therapeutic activities as prescribed by healthcare providers.

Why Choose Our CNAs?

• Compassionate Care: Our CNAs are dedicated to providing care with empathy and respect, understanding the importance of each patient’s comfort and dignity.
• Extensive Training: Each CNA undergoes rigorous training to ensure they are well-equipped to handle the diverse needs of patients, particularly the elderly.
• Reliable Support: Our CNAs are available to assist patients 24/7, providing consistent and dependable care.