The Wesleyan is hiring and we are looking for passionate, caring, and energetic individuals like YOU! In seeking to fulfill our life mission, our guiding principles are clear - the community we serve and those we serve with are valuable.

As a part of The Wesleyan, you will have a unique opportunity to share our vision and mission of assisting those in need with an organization abundant in opportunity for growth.

We are currently looking for a CNA / Hospitality Aide to work within our Assisting Living Community at The Wesleyan. As a CNA / Hospitality Aide at The Wesleyan, you will be an integral part of a mission and values-based organization that provides endless opportunities for career growth.

We are currently hiring for the following full-time shift schedules :

6 : 00PM - 6 : 00AM

Essential Job Functions

• Perform all Nursing Aide procedures as directed in accordance with job description and instructions from Charge Nurse.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Follow resident rights policies at all times.
• Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.
• Conduct resident rounds as assigned with oncoming or outgoing shift.
• Be responsible for residents under supervision.
• Identify resident problems and report them immediately to a licensed nurse. and report changes in resident condition to charge nurse or nurse supervisor.
• Complete assignments timely, completely and accurately within the shift.
• Deliver direct care to residents, providing rehabilitative care when directed and necessary and render care in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan.
• Check residents every 2 hours for toileting or incontinent care.
• Strip bed, change linens and make beds on shower days and as needed.
• Perform light housekeeping chores in order to keep the residents' room and unit within the standards of neatness and cleanliness required by organizational standards and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure residents are given adequate assistance with meals, nourishment and transportation to meal service area.
• Supervise and assist residents with prescribed meals as needed and feed residents who cannot feed themselves.
• Must be able to deal with possible agitated and confused residents that at times can become physically aggressive.
• Encourage and motivate resident to participate in recreational, occupational, and physical therapy to promote activity of mind and body and other activities of daily living.
• Record accurately and timely, the care provided to the resident.
• Must be able to deal in a professional manner with coworkers, residents, resident family members, visitors, etc.
• Listen to resident and family complaints and report to charge nurse.
• Identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action.
• Observe infection control procedures relating to nursing.
• Observe building policies and protocols.
• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, nurses, other nursing assistants, physicians, nurse practitioners, families, administration, consultant personnel and ancillary service providers.
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, timely and professional manner.
• Other duties as directed by the Wellness Director and / or building Administrator.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Must possess current, active Nurse Aide Certificate from Texas Department of Health and must keep Certificate current.
• Must be in good physical and mental condition and willing to work with the aged population.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm and be able to handle residents based on whatever maturity, cognitive and medical / physical level they are currently functioning.
• Must have the ability to work despite frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to read and write English with clarity sufficient to communicate with residents and teammates, follow instructions, identify materials from their labels, and understand their directions for use.
• Must be able to take directions and supervision, follow directions and to work on a team providing care and general functions of a nursing unit.
• Experience working as a caregiver in a memory care community is preferred.
• Must have a service-minded approach to all aspects of the job.
• A passion for working within a senior living community and within an assisted living and memory care community is essential.
• Alignment with and enthusiasm about The Wesleyan's culture and core values.

The Wesleyan is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement

Last updated : 2024-05-14