TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Adhere to instructions issued by the Licensed Nursing Staff and perform duties

In accordance with established routines, methods and techniques, and in

Compliance with the recognized policies, procedures, standards and practices and within the State Regulatory Acts

2. Follows Standard Precautions and OSHA Guidelines

3. Maintain an organized, neat, well-stocked working area

4. Documents information clearly and completely utilizing correct forms and in a timely manner

5. Maintain a safe, secure, comfortable environment for every patient.

6. Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate) and assist with Admissions

7. Provide assistance with ADL’s and direct patient care such as assisting with bathing, toileting eating, dressing, personal hygiene, transfer and ambulation

8. Interact with patients

9. Monitor patients and report any variances to normal to the nurse for further assessment.

10. Follow infectious disease precautions to prevent the spread of organisms.

11. Support nursing staff in a calm, efficient manner during acute, emergency situations.

12. Bathe residents by multiple methods: tub/whirlpool, shower, bed bath and perinea care

13. Dress and groom (brush hair, shave, oral hygiene, etc.) residents. Provide nail care

14. Weigh residents monthly as ordered and record

15. Measure and record intake and output

16. Provide care that minimizes the risk of skin breakdown by being attentive to the patient’s

Hygiene, proper positioning and injury prevention. Observe and report the presence of skin

Breakdown to nursing staff.

17. Properly and safely lift, move, transfer and position residents in the chair, bed, wheelchairs and while using other equipment.

18. Safely feed residents as ordered

19. Provide adequate care to ill/injured patients under the direction of the nursing staff.

20. Provide care as detailed in interdisciplinary care plan.

21. Communicate any changes from norm, or “unusual” observations to the nurse in a timely

Fashion. Report accidents, with or without injury, promptly to immediate supervisor

22. Transport residents in wheelchairs throughout building and on grounds

23. Comply with policies, procedures and specific protocols for patient’s lifts and transfers as

Designated by the care plan. Willingly seek help and assist others in lifting activities

24. Use equipment in a safe manner

25. Correct unsafe conditions as appropriate. Report all unsafe conditions to immediate supervisor

26. Understand scope of practice of C.N.A. role and perform within parameters of job description

27. Understand nurse’s aide’s role in Fire and Disaster Procedures

28. Use appropriate work place behavior and adhere to dress code at all times

29. Demonstrate understanding of boundaries when caring for patients and their families

Interact with residents, families and visitors in a warm, caring and courteous manner

30. Accept constructive criticism from immediate supervisors and take corrective action

31. Demonstrate respectful relationships with supervisors, co-workers and interdepartmental staff

32. Cooperate with other staff members to ensure maximum patient care and completeness of assignments. Assist peers with job tasks; offer to help peers as time permits. Work with others as a team to assure residents are out of bed, routine care is being provided and positioning is routinely being done. Bring patient care issues to the attention of the nurse

33. Participate in Clinical Quality Improvement activities as relevant to role

34. Maintain a good record of attendance and punctuality

35. Can be relied upon to complete all routine tasks assigned in accordance with policies and

Procedures

36. Demonstrate flexibility with patient’s assignment and scheduling changes

37. Use work time efficiently. Respects break and/or mealtime guidelines and telephone

Privileges

38. Provide required advance notice for the purpose of schedule requests or when calling in sick

39. Comply with scheduling guidelines

40. Demonstrates appropriate personal hygiene

41. Preserve patient dignity when providing care

42. Adhere strictly to patient confidentiality policies

43. Provide a supportive, protective environment for patients

44. Demonstrate compliance with all patients’ rights; possess knowledge of Abuse Prevention

Policies and procedures

45. Provide care in a kind, compassionate manner.

• Fax and keep track of quarterlies
• Call doctors re quarterlies

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience: Must be 18 years of age with a High School diploma or equivalent

-Initial 40 hours of combination of classroom and experiential training deemed competent to be a Program Aid.

-Proficient in vital signs, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Independent ADLs

-At least 1 year working experience with the special needs

-CPR Certified and Basic First Aid

-CORI, Physical in the past 12 months, Annual TB test

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

-Medium Work-Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Health:

Pre-employment clearance by a physician that certifies the employee to be free of infectious disease and/or restrictions that would inhibit performing job related responsibilities

Language: Able to read, write and speak English.

Job Type: Full-time

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Medical Assistant/CNA: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person