CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN

Description

Summary :

The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for performing routine service duties and procedures necessary for the care, comfort, and safety of the Sisters; including performing skills to meet the activities of daily living (ADLs) and other procedures within the scope of the CNA responsibilities. The CNA will maintain a clean, safe environment that reflects the preferences and needs of the Sisters by utilizing basic knowledge of communication techniques, infection control, safety, body mechanics, and age-related differences when providing care.

The Certified Nurse Assistant is expected to behave in a manner consistent with the Core Values and must collaborate with other Associates and departments to ensure the overall mission is achieved.

Responsibilities :

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Provide care for any Villa de Matel (VDM) Sister as directed by the charge nurse.
• Accept assignments with adequate notice including changes in shifts in order to accommodate the staffing needs of VDM.
• Encourage and assist Sisters to participate in the spiritual, social, grooming, and therapeutic activities of VDM. Works with the providers / facilitators of these services.
• Obtain, observe, report, and record physiological, cognitive, and sensory data as requested by the licensed nurse or as indicated by the Sister’s condition.
• Perform skills to meet ADLs or assist Sisters to perform their own ADLs.
• Perform assignments necessary for the operation of the department as delegated by the licensed nurse.
• Utilize good stewardship in the use of physical facilities, supplies, and equipment. Orders, replenishes, and obtains supplies and equipment as needed. Reports needed maintenance and unsafe conditions.
• Attend at least one educational offering each quarter and all mandatory in-services.
• Welcome and assist new Associates and Volunteers in their orientation to the Villa de Matel.
• Apply HIPAA regulations to everyone.
• Has verbal and written communication skills.
• Has the ability to remain patient and tactful while performing a variety of repetitive and sometimes unpleasant tasks.
• Has emotional maturity and ability to avoid intrusion of personal problems on quality and stability of service.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Rights of Sisters :

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Related to Associate Development :

Job Requirements : Education / Skills

Experience

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

Work Schedule : PRN

Work Type : Per Diem As Needed