Purpose of Your Job Position The primary purpose of your position is provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and any other duties that may be directed by your supervisor. Delegation of Authority As Certified Nursing Assistant you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Job Function Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position. Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Functions Use the wristband or photo card file to identify residents before administering treatments, serving meals, etc., as necessary. Record all entries on flow sheets, notes, charts, and computer programs in an informative and descriptive manner. Use only authorized abbreviations established by the Facility when recording information. Report all changes in the resident’s condition to the Nurse Supervisor, LPN, or RN, as soon as possible. Report all accidents and incidents you observe on the shift that they occur. Admission, Transfer, and Discharge Functions Ensure that the resident’s room is ready for receiving the resident (i.e., bed made, name tags up, admission kit available, etc.). Greet residents and escort them to their room. Introduce resident to his/her roommate, if any, and other residents and personnel, as appropriate. Make resident comfortable (i.e., put to bed, get water, etc.). Inventory and mark the resident’s personal possessions as instructed. Store resident’s clothing. Assist residents with packing their personal possessions when they are being transferred to a new room, or when being discharged. Transport residents to new rooms or to the receiving area. Assist with loading and unloading residents from vehicles, as necessary. Personnel Functions Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors. Follow work assignments, and/or work schedules in completing and performing your assigned tasks. Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel, as well as other Facility personnel to ensure that nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Meet with your shift’s nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services. Report all complaints and grievances made by the resident. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to your supervisor. Personal Nursing Care Functions Participate in and receive the nursing report upon reporting for duty. Follow established policies concerning exposure to blood or body fluids. Assist residents with daily dental and mouth care (i.e. brushing teeth or dentures, oral hygiene, special mouth care, etc.). Assist residents with bath functions (i.e. bed bath, tub or shower bath, etc.) as directed. Assist residents with dressing and undressing, as necessary. Assist residents with hair care functions (i.e. combing, brushing, shampooing, etc.). Assist residents with nail care (i.e. clipping, trimming, and cleaning the finger or toenails). ( Note: Does not include diabetic residents.). Shave male residents. Keep hair on female residents’ clean-shaven (i.e. facial hair, under arms, on legs, etc.), as instructed. Keep residents dry (i.e. change gown, clothing, linen, etc., when it becomes wet or soiled). Change bed linens. Keep linens tight to avoid wrinkles from forming under the resident. Make beds (occupied and unoccupied). Put extra covers on beds, as requested. Position bedfast residents in correct and comfortable position. Assist resident with bowel and bladder functions (i.e. take to bathroom, offer bedpan or urinal. Portable commode, etc.). Maintain intake and output records, as instructed. Keep incontinent residents clean and dry. Check and report bowel movements and character of stools, as instructed. Prepare and fix enemas. Report results as instructed. Collect specimens (i.e. urine, sputum, stools, etc.), as instructed. Assist residents in preparing for medical tests (i.e. lab work, x-ray, therapy, dental, etc.). Assist residents in preparing for activity and social programs (i.e. church services, parties, visitors, etc.). Assist in transporting residents to and from appointments, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary. Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc. Assist residents to walk with or without self-help devices, as instructed. Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures, as instructed. Change dressings, bandages, binders, etc., as instructed. Provide eye and ear care (i.e. warm or cold compresses, eye or ear instillation, cleaning eyeglasses or hearing aids, etc.), as instructed. Assist with the application of non-sterile (moist and dry) warm or cold compresses. Assist in preparing the resident for a physical examination. Weigh and measure residents, as instructed. Measure and record temperatures, pulse, and respirations (TPRs), as instructed. Answer resident calls as promptly as feasible. Ensure that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently. Check each resident routinely to ensure that his or her personal care needs are being met in accordance with his/her wishes. Assist with the care of the dying resident. Provide post-mortem care, as instructed. Assist new employee in following established Facility policies and procedures. Special Nursing Care Functions Observe and report to Supervisor the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdowns to prevent decubitus ulcers (bedsores). Report to Supervisor injuries of an unknown source, including skin tears. Provide daily indwelling catheter care. Provide daily perineal care. Perform nonsterile (clean) vaginal irrigation or douches. Assist with the application of slings, elastic bandages, binders, etc. Give tepid sponge baths. Provide daily Range of Motion Exercises. Record to Supervisor data, as instructed. Turn bedfast residents at least every two (2) hours. Perform diabetic urine testing, as instructed. Provide physical and respiratory therapy, as instructed. Perform special treatments, as instructed. Observe disoriented and comatose residents. Record and report to Supervisor data, as instructed. Turn all medications found in the resident’s room or possession over to the Nurse Supervisor, LPN, or RN. Provide residents with Reality Orientation, as instructed. Watch for and report to Supervisor any change in room temperature, ventilation, lighting, etc. Food Service Functions Prepare residents for meals (i.e., take to bathroom, wash hands, comb hair, raise bed, position tables, place bibs, take to/from dining room, etc.). Serve food trays. Assist with feeding as indicated (i.e., cutting foods, feeding, assist in dining room supervision, etc.). Assist residents with identifying food arrangements (i.e., informing resident with sight problem of foods that are on his/her tray, where it is located, if it is hot or cold, etc.). Record the resident’s food and fluid intake. Report to Supervisor changes in the resident’s eating habits. Keep residents’ water pitchers clean and filled with fresh water (on each shift), and within easy reach of the resident. Serve requested food between meal and bedtime snacks. Perform after meal care (i.e., remove trays, clean resident’s hands, face, clothing, take to bathroom, brush teeth, clean dentures, etc.). Check rooms for food articles (i.e., food in proper container, unauthorized food items, etc.). Staff Development Attend and participate in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain current certification as a Nursing Assistant. Attend and participate in scheduled orientation programs and activities. Attend and participate in Facility in-service training programs, as instructed. Safety and Sanitation Participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood and body fluids. Wash hands before and after performing any service for the resident. Keep the nurses’ call system within easy reach of the resident. Immediately notify the Nurse Supervisor, LPN, or RN of any resident leaving or missing from the Facility. Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties. Keep residents’ personal possessions off the floor and properly stored per OSHA standards. Keep floors dry. Report spills immediately. Keep excess supplies and equipment off the floor. Store all equipment and supplies in designated areas. Wash wheelchairs, walkers, etc., as instructed. Clean, disinfect, and return all resident care equipment to its designated storage area after each use. Perform routine housekeeping duties (i.e., clean bedrails, overbed table, night stand, etc., that relate to nursing care procedures). Before leaving work area for breaks, or at the end of the workday, store all tools, equipment, and supplies. Report all hazardous conditions and equipment to any member of management or nursing supervisor immediately. Report any communicable or infectious disease to the any member of management, nursing supervisor, and/or to the Infection Control Coordinator. Follow established isolation precautions and procedures. Wash hands before entering and after leaving an isolation room and area. Follow established procedures in the use and disposal of personal protective equipment. Wear and or use safety equipment and supplies when lifting or moving residents. Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to your supervisor. Equipment and Supply Functions Use only the equipment you have been trained to use. Use only the equipment and supplies necessary to do the job. Do not be wasteful. Report defective equipment to any member of management or nursing supervisor. Care Plan and Assessment Functions Review care plans daily to determine if changes in the resident’s daily care routine have been made on the care plan. Inform the Nurse Supervisor, LPN, or RN of any changes in the resident’s condition so that appropriate information can be entered on the resident’s care plan. Ensure that your notes reflect that the care plan is being followed. Resident Rights Report all grievances and complaints made by the resident to any member of management or nursing supervisor. Report all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property to any member of management or nursing supervisor and according to Facility policy. Honor the resident’s refusal of treatment request. Report such requests to your Supervisor. Must adhere to all HIPAA requirements. Working Conditions Works throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses’ stations, resident rooms, etc.). Is involved with physicians, residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies or personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Education Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience Must be a licensed in accordance with laws of this state. Specific Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant in this state. Provide the Facility a copy of such license at time of hire and whenever it is updated. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures and laws, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies or personnel, and the general public. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition. Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without a Reasonable Accommodation) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the Facility, which may include a medical and physical examination. Based on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Guidelines for Nursing Homes Ergonomics for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders and the American Conference Governmental Industrial Hygienists' Threshold Limit Values for Lifting the Facility has identified that this job may require the lifting of residents, equipment, or other objects. Accordingly, this job may require a minimum of 5 pounds and a maximum of 50 pounds unassisted lifting, periodically and or as needed. Further, this job can require 100 pounds lifting with assistance over short distances. https://shared.outlook.inky.com/link?domain=info.flclearinghouse.com&t=h.eJw1js0OgyAQhF-l4VyhVAXx1FcBWYVIwfBj0zR990pSb5vZmfnmg0p0aLwgk_OWRkKsnwOe3eRARusXE0oCPIUnul7QWo273UOTcrNBhphUiQvxsEIyEud3Cv6Rcn35EtORj2CkqnnCe3pT0PFZioFCp3sp1F1pSYVmgtGOUM54y4fjxgOjreBtZUJlri_ranVlm-mco885f-n7A-PqQmI.MEUCIQCMQYBO3io5rkkRM2t5yLhHq40NiR0Q-PifhmaH0MaELgIgGXxTfZswRK2Q_oJE8Tlm_cjjVjYOnKtNZOsozn1YZYo
The Lead Day Center CNA i s responsible for overseeing the care of participants assisting the Center Manager in the orientation, training and oversight of new Day Center CNA’s, in addition to performing regular CNA tasks. Administration – 50% Assigns schedules and assists Day Center CNA’s in the personal care of participants. Assists the Center Manager with orientation and training of new CNA’s. Maintains proper level of supplies for the Day Center. Ensures that delivery schedules reflect the participant’s current needs and documents incoming and outgoing supplies. Ensures that the Day Center’s rooms are clean and safe for participants, visitors and staff. Greets and documents visitors to the Day Center. Attends their centers daily Morning Meeting. Actively participates with recommendations for improving participants care and reports relevant information on a daily basis to ADHC CNA’s. Checks and maintains door alarm batteries and settings daily. Ensures that the ADHC care needs are reflective of all participants individual Care Plans. Oversees daily documentation of Service Utilization by center staff and accurately inputs results within the assigned time frame. Monitors the CNAs daily documentation of toileting, O2 and Lay down room. Participant Care – 50% Oversees care for new participants in the Day Center during their first month of enrollment. Oversees and assists the CNA’s in the loading and unloading of participants from vehicles. Monitors the daily charting of participants at the Day Center. Ensures that all participants on “Wander Guard” list have guards on. Oversees dining tables and ensures that all participants receive appropriate nutrition. Oversees nametag and coat tag system. REQUIRED Current State issued Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA) license Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain CPR certification. Acceptable vendors for certifications are from either American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross. 2+ yrs working as a CNA supporting the frail or elderly High School Diploma / GED PREFERRED Experience in a geriatric setting, ADHC or nursing home experience Bi-lingual InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model. InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Applicants are considered until the position is filled. $19.23-$23.08
Our Company ResCare Community Living Overview Join a team of passionate and caring clinicians who make a difference in people's lives. Our nursing group focuses on compassion and meeting the needs of our clients in a variety of settings such as Home Health, Hospice, Residential and Private Duty. If your passion is outstanding patient care coupled with a desire to help others live their best life, then come work for us. Apply today! Responsibilities Assists nurses by performing various basic care activities related to services essential to caring for the personal needs and comfort of patient Dresses, grooms, bathes, feeds, takes and records vital signs of patients Answers call lights, assists in toileting, oral care, nail care, catheter care, assists patients in wheel chairs, transports, turns bedridden patients, reports patient changes, and takes out trash Requires certification as a Nurse Assistant; functions may not exceed Standards of Practice as accorded by certification Provides simple or uncomplicated patient care Cleans room and changes bed linen Takes and records temperature, pulse, and respiration rate Gives medication as directed by Physician or Nurse and makes notation of amount and time given Other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum age requirements is 18 years Valid driver's license, with satisfactory driving record, as defined by agency policy Certification, if required by state licensure as a CNA or Home Health Care Aide in the state in which the aide is to provide care Completion of a recognized home care aide training program or 6 months of recent experience as an aide Must be able to utilize proper body mechanics while lifting and may be expected to lift up 75 lbs.; must be able to sit, stand, and walk for periods of time and bend, stoop, push, pull, and reach About our Line of Business ResCare Community Living, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, has five decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. We provide a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: community living, adult host homes for adults regardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in-home pharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Salary Range USD $18.50 / Hour
The Day Center CNA ( Certified Nurse Assistant) works at our Adult Day Health Center assisting participants with ADLs (activities of daily living) and providing both restorative and supportive care. Follow the care plan and assist participants with daily activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, hair care, mouth care, eating, and toileting. Document care provided in accordance with established policies, guidelines, and applicable regulations. Carry out, reports and documents care given in an effective, timely manner as observed by the RN and through periodic record reviews. Assist participants with restorative and supportive care such as ambulating, positioning, transferring, skin care, catheters, fills oxygen and provides other aides as assigned or needed. Monitor participants health status such as vital signs, weights, skin condition, appetite and changes in functional ability and report pertinent information to clinical supervisor in a timely manner. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in care planning for participants. Monitor appetite and look for changes in functional ability and skin condition. Monitor/assist participants in a courteous manner with meals and helps with feeding, as necessary. Report any variance, accident, or unusual occurrence to the appropriate personnel. Assist with loading and unloading of participants from vehicles. Assist the transportation department with participants’ take-home supplies. Serve as a bus attendant on company vehicles while InnovAge drivers transport participants to/from center or medical appointments supporting participants while in transit and accompanying participants in and out of facilities. May rotate into In-Home Services as a Homecare CNA. as deemed necessary by the Center Manager. Creates and participates in group(s) and one-on-one activities in accordance with daily activity calendar when needed. Attend in-service and continuing education programs as scheduled and necessary. Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED Active and valid state-issued Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain CPR certification High School Diploma or GED equivalent PREFERRED Experience in a care setting for frail and elderly patients participating in a group environment Bi-lingual InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model. InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Applicants are considered until the position is filled. 18.37-21.15
We are looking for a skilled Cetified Nursing Assistants to become a part of our facility's compassionate care-giving team. The Cetified Nursing Assistant will interact directly with patients, providing comfort, monitoring their vital signs, and assisting with daily living needs. We are searching for a dedicated, compassionate, and energetic individual to be a vital link between our patients and the nurses and other team members. CNA Responsibilities Cetified Nursing Assistant assist with daily living activities. This includes delivering meals to patients, turning, and ambulating patients and providing plenty of fresh water, as well as extra nourishment between meals Cetified Nursing Assistant help patients with personal hygiene. Provide patients with bedpans, help with baths, shampoos, and showers Cetified Nursing Assistant provide adjunct care for the patient, including ice packs, non-sterile dressings, and therapeutic baths Cetified Nursing Assistant check vital signs and record daily information in the patient's chart Cetified Nursing Assistant assist the nurses and other staff as needed Ability to work as part of a team and to handle multiple tasks safely and effectively High tolerance for working under pressure and handling critical situations with a cool head CNA Requirements High School diploma or GED Completion of a state-approved Cetified Nursing Assistant training course Basic computer skills Good communication skills, including the ability to communicate sensitive information with empathy ("bedside manner") Pay: $17.50 - $20.50 per hour(with experience) Job Type: Full-time or Part-time CNA Benefits Shift differentials Attendance Bonuses Flexible schedules Benefits after 90 days Paid time off Holiday Pay Continuing education An engaging work environment Growth opportunities plus so much more! Medical Specialty Geriatrics Physical Setting Long term care CNA Schedule 8-hour shift Day shift Evening shift Overnight shift Weekend availability https://shared.outlook.inky.com/link?domain=info.flclearinghouse.com&t=h.eJw1js0OgyAQhF-l4VyhVAXx1FcBWYVIwfBj0zR990pSb5vZmfnmg0p0aLwgk_OWRkKsnwOe3eRARusXE0oCPIUnul7QWo273UOTcrNBhphUiQvxsEIyEud3Cv6Rcn35EtORj2CkqnnCe3pT0PFZioFCp3sp1F1pSYVmgtGOUM54y4fjxgOjreBtZUJlri_ranVlm-mco885f-n7A-PqQmI.MEUCIQCMQYBO3io5rkkRM2t5yLhHq40NiR0Q-PifhmaH0MaELgIgGXxTfZswRK2Q_oJE8Tlm_cjjVjYOnKtNZOsozn1YZYo
