What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) 7p-7a position at Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD?
Summary
For nearly 70 years, Stella Maris has been a leading nursing home, providing Baltimore-area residents with a comprehensive range of health and residential services. We are currently recruiting for Geriatric Nursing Assistants (GNA) to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our mission driven organization to provide excellent care to our residents.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) - Rehab
Shift - 7:00p-7:00a with an every other weekend requirement
Full Time and Part Time Available
Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
Under supervision of a licensed nurse, provides nursing care according to facility philosophy, policies and procedures. Responsible for meeting patients’ daily needs and responding to call lights; assumes care of patients’ clothing, personal property and environment; makes careful and efficient use of supplies, linen, and equipment.
Duties
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
For nearly 70 years, Stella Maris has been a leading nursing home, providing Baltimore-area residents with a comprehensive range of health and residential services. We are currently recruiting for Geriatric Nursing Assistants (GNA) to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our mission driven organization to provide excellent care to our residents.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) - Rehab
Shift - 7:00p-7:00a with an every other weekend requirement
Full Time and Part Time Available
Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
Under supervision of a licensed nurse, provides nursing care according to facility philosophy, policies and procedures. Responsible for meeting patients’ daily needs and responding to call lights; assumes care of patients’ clothing, personal property and environment; makes careful and efficient use of supplies, linen, and equipment.
Duties
- Provides quality nursing care in accordance with established routines and procedures to ensure residents’ comfort and safety
- Takes and records residents’ vital signs, weight, intake and output, and other measurements accurately and on time
- Provides assistance with all ADL’s for assigned residents
- Maintains documentation on residents/patients’ charts according to facility protocol
- Promptly answers residents’ call lights
- Demonstrates knowledge of infection control and consistently practice standard precautions
- Regularly assumes responsibility for resident’s clothing and personal property by securing items in accordance with established routines.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
- GNA license in Maryland
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must possess good nursing skills, patience, understanding, and a positive, caring attitude.