Shift:

Part-time

11p - 7 am

Differential:

$1.00 differential pay for the Day Shift (7a – 3p) Saturday and Sunday in addition to base rate of pay.

$3.00 differential pay for the Night Shift (11 p – 7 a) in addition to the base rate of pay.

Perks:

• Paid Weekly
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Matching 401(k) Program
• Educational Reimbursement
• Scholarship opportunities
• Safety Shoe Stipend
• Bi-Annual Employee Appreciation Bonus
• Wonderful Working Conditions
• Opportunities for Advancement

Position Summary:

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing routine daily nursing direct care and quality customer service to assigned Members under the supervision of The Highlands and Isle of Skye Manager and/or their designated nursing supervisor. 

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for providing direct care to Members under the immediate direction of the Charge Nurse in accordance with the Member care plan, established nursing policies and procedures
2. Participates in the admission processes of Members to include, but not limited to, greeting and escorting Members to their room, introducing The Highlands and Isle of Skye staff, assisting Member in storing clothing, and assisting Member in becoming acclimated to their room and other areas of The Highlands and Isle of Skye. Assists in the discharge process as necessary
3. Responsible for ensuring compliance will all current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern long term care facilities
4. Actively participates in emergency preparedness programs and responds accordingly
5. Responsible for ensuring that work assignments are performed within acceptable nursing standards
6. Must report all complaints and grievances made by Members to the appropriate person
7. Responsible for assuring that appropriate, informative, and descriptive information is communicated between nursing personnel on different shifts including, but not limited to, reporting all accidents/incidents involving Members, reporting unauthorized discharges in accordance with established departmental procedures, and reporting all discrepancies noted concerning established Member care
8. Must request daily assignments from Charge Nurse upon reporting for a shift
9. Assist Members with daily hygiene to include, but not limited to, mouth care, bathing, dressing/undressing, grooming, bowel and bladder functions, and assisting with meals selections and consumptions as necessary
10. Record usage of ancillary and medical equipment for Members to ensure proper billing as per the current system
11. Assist with lifting, repositioning, moving, and transporting Members into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, and other items
12. Assist Members to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed
13. Perform services as assigned that may include, but are not limited to, obtaining sputum, urine, and other specimens, taking and recording vital signs and weights, bathing, observing and reporting early signs of skin breakdown, indwelling catheter care, lifting and repositioning, and palliative care
14. Assist Members with meal services to include, but not limited to, in-room food service, assisting with feeding as needed, preparing Members for meals and providing after-meal care, and reporting and recording changes in Member eating habits and/or fluid intake
15. Ensure that Member rooms are clean, sanitary, and safe. Make beds, change bed linens, and place extra covers on beds as requested
16. Adhere to all aspects of The Highlands and Isle of Skye written Member Rights program
17. Continuously follow company procedures to include, but not limited to, risks and prevention of infectious disease, proper hand washing techniques, proper and safe use of work tools, equipment, and other procedures, proper use of personal protective equipment, hazard communications, safety, universal precautions, and bloodborne pathogens programs
18. Assist other employees with lifting and/or carrying unusually large or heavy objects in a manner that complies with company safety procedures
19. Communicates as needed with Members to resolve problems or complaints in a timely and effective manner that facilitates a high level of Member care
20. Responsible for using Member care equipment and supplies in a safe manner in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures
21. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and a calm environment throughout the unit and shift
22. Actively participates in mandatory meetings on the units and other training sessions as assigned. Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep staff abreast of changes as well as to maintain licenses in a current and active status.
23. Functions as a preceptor to new staff members as assigned

Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent preferred
2. Six (6) months of proven experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant in skilled nursing, acute care or assisted living is preferred, but not required
3. Skill in the understanding of computer software as it relates to the job. Experience with electronic medical records preferred
4. Excellent communication skills and problem-solving skills
5. Excellent organizational and time management skills
6. Ability to work with older adults and with memory-impaired individuals and groups 
7. Must be empathetic, enthusiastic and have an affinity for working with a diverse senior population

The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch is an exciting place to work, learn, be happy and flourish! We have been awarded “Best Retirement Community” for 14 years in a row! Do not miss this opportunity to work with an exciting team and make a positive difference in the lives of our members and the Sarasota community.

The Glenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

All applicants must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and Level II background screening.