Overview
Provides direct, indirect care to residents under the supervision of licensed nurses. Responsible for all job duties in accordance with the policies, procedures, standards and plans of care for the residents. Reviews assignment and seeks direction on care issues from a licensed nurse.
Responsibilities
- Delivers personal care with attention to patient care plan, choice, and dignity as per assignment and in accordance with VNS Health's policies and procedures. Personal care includes, but is not limited to, bathing, dressing, CNA rehab care, protocol care, etc.
- Receives report on residents when arriving on duty from a licensed nurse. Clarifies any care issues and duty assignments from a licensed nurse.
- Requests any additional training or in service on any procedure immediately from the licensed nurse, Supervisor or Associate V.P. for Nursing before performing any care the CNA does not feel able to perform. Reports any resident/family concern immediately to a licensed nurse.
- Adheres to facility and nursing department policies and procedures related to attendance, badging, and dress code. Maintains good customer relations and telephone skills while on duty.
- Allows and encourages patients to participate in his/her care and decision-making in bath, bedtime, choice of clothing, etc. discussing related issues with licensed nurse to insure choices and decisions are safe and in line with care plan goals.
- Reports any nutritional concerns to a licensed nurse immediately to insure resident received and responds to ordered diet.
- Promotes a safe working environment by immediately reporting to a licensed nurse or unit clerk, any environmental hazards and concerns.
- Carries out rehab care plans as assigned, reporting any concern immediately to a licensed nurse.
- Monitors and reports immediately to a licensed nurse, any observed, or reported change in a Patient's physical or mental condition.
- Records accurately, any assigned and performed Patient care on designated records. Reports any concern related to documentation to the licensed nurse before leaving duty.
- Maintains confidentiality of any information related to the patient or clinical record. Utilizes policies and procedures while on unit by reading and discussing policies with a licensed nurse or supervisor.
- Employs safe and efficient body mechanics in the line of duty.
- Reports all unsafe/hazardous conditions and/or equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to the appropriate supervisor and follows up as directed.
- Assures that work assignment areas are clean and office equipment is properly secured before leaving.
- Participates in facility-wide in-service education and training programs.
- Participates in department quality improvement activities as appropriate.
- Adheres to customer service guidelines including telephone performance. Gives directions and information to all patients, guest, visitors, so that there is a positive, effective and orderly customer relationship.
- Accepts constructive criticism and makes appropriate changes.
- Reports to duty as scheduled and on time.
- Adheres to VNS Health's dress code.
- Adheres to requirements of employee health.
- Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
Certification for Certified Nurse Assistant required
Education:
High School Diploma or GED required
Work Experience:
Minimum of one year of CNA experience required Prior health care experience in a skilled nursing facility, hospital or home desirable preferred Satisfactory physical, laboratory and x-ray results, as applicable, prior to the start of training/work required
Compensation Range From and To:$20.98 - $26.23 Hourly