CNA (CNA Required, Part Time 5:45pm-10pm)

CNA @ The Fountains

The CNA @ The Fountains administers resident medication or assists residents with self-administration of medication and coordinates treatments to residents. Provide assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and ensuring each resident's physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being.

This is a part-time position, 5:45pm-10pm 3 days per week + every other weekend.

Starting pay: $17/hr

What will I do every day?

• Observe residents for any changes in condition and report to Care Services Director, Resident Care Coordinator (RCC)/Dementia Care Coordinator (DCC), or appropriate physician
• Assist residents with simple requests as needed or find an appropriate associate to assist
• Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction
• Document and report changes of condition and use company forms for resident care documentation
• Provide medication set up and assistance
• Log in medications from pharmacies, verify physician's orders and communicate any concerns immediately
• Track all medications and re-order as needed
• Perform the following tasks with residents: track vital signs, weight, diabetic testing and/or insulin injection (if state allowed), ambulation, and general activities
• Follow all regulatory and company policies regarding the destruction of medications as identified by the physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director
• Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the resident's physician
• Familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications
• Support, lead and participate in resident-centered wellness programs
• Work toward maintaining each resident's self-respect, personal dignity, and personal safety
• Assist resident assistants as needed and whenever primary tasks are completed
• Track supplies that are needed and communicate to Care Services Director or RCC/DCC
• Work as part of the team within your department and across the community
• Support open and honest communication with and between all associates
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
• Support continuous improvement
• Adhere to all regulations, laws and Kisco standards, including the Associate Handbook
• Understand and support the community sales process
• Perform other related duties as required

What will I need to be successful in this role?

• Bring a smile to work every day
• Be a great team player
• Be a high school graduate
• Nursing Assistant course (State approved, if required)

Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?

• Must be 21 years of age (or meet state requirements)
• Have current First Aid and CPR certification
• Have completed the required training, and/or certification (according to state) for assisting with medications
• Must be knowledgeable of pertinent regulations with monitoring and licensing of the residence
• Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed

What's in it for me? (Great Question!)

• Competitive pay
• A free meal per shift
• Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
• Matching 401k (Full-time only)
• Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process which includes: successfully passing a drug screen, TB test, Background check and Physical Exam (all paid for by us).

*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer