Certified Nursing Assistant CNA $20-$23

Job Description

CNA - $20-$23 PER HOUR

Care Partner (NON CNA) $19-$21 PER HOUR

Job Summary

Provides direct care to residents, while promoting the resident's highest level of functioning, as directed by management. Assists in maintaining the resident's environment in a safe and neat manner. Promotes quality services within community standards, State and Federal Regulations.

Essential Functions

• Receives and communicates report to management on resident status at the beginning and end of each shift and as needed. Notifies the management of any changes in resident medical condition / status.
• Provides personal care to residents per their individualized plan of care.
• Documents all pertinent information regarding care as assigned.
• Prepares residents for meals and assists to and from the dining areas. Assists with set up and feeding of meals.
• Assists residents with toilet and incontinent care. Makes incontinent checks at least every 2 hours and provides incontinent care as needed.
• Makes room checks and verifies resident location at least every 2 hours.
• Keeps resident's rooms neat and clean.
• Performs clinical procedures according to community policy.
• Performs vital signs, B / Ps, weights and other trained procedures as directed by management.
• Completes prevention and restorative care that includes but not limited to PROM, AROM, ambulation,

transferring, bathing, grooming, and all other ADL care.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his her supervisor.

Education and Experience

Certification of completing an approved Certified Nursing Assistant is required. Six months experience in long term care is preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and other Special Requirements

Successful completion of State C.N.A. course.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Management / Decision Making

Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with little independent judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.

Knowledge and Skills

Has a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization in order to answer basic questions. Must have working knowledge of facility emergency procedures including fire and disaster drills. Ability to follow facility policies. Ability to maintain resident confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA policies.

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