C.N.A.s Part-time, PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: C.N.A. PRN and Part-time

Hours: Weekends 7a-3p & 3p-11p

Department: Health and Wellness

Exempt Status: Hourly/Non-exempt

Supervisor: Health and Wellness Director

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Must be willing and able to do the following:

• Provides assistance to elderly residents with all activities of daily living (ADLs)

• Provides resident care with respect for Resident's personal rights, with an emphasis on dignity and individuality.

• Maintains an acceptable attendance record within their job responsibilities.

• Able and willing to remain awake at night for resident care and supervision if needed and appropriate to the shift

• Able and responsible for completing job duties with minimal supervision

• Able to adhere to a schedule for resident services, including mealtimes and activities

• Able to prioritize, organize and use work time appropriately

• Demonstrate a mature, pleasant behavior and demeanor that supports the facility philosophy regarding optimal resident care and customer service

• Maintain resident confidentiality

• Work cooperatively and enthusiastically with supervisors and peers

• Follow facility policies and procedures

• Keep work areas neat and clean and help maintain the facility appearance

• May occasionally need to lift up to 80 pounds.

• Perform housekeeping duties

• Observe residents for changes in condition and report directly to their supervisor on those observations.

• Recognize early signs and symptoms of resident illnesses and the need for medical attention and respond accordingly either by seeking immediate medical attention or informing the administrator, depending on the situation.

• Respond appropriately to emergency situations by calling 911 and recognize when a 911 call for emergency is necessary

• Adhere to a daily activity program for facility residents

• Assist in arranging for transportation for community appointments, outside activities, or medical appointments

• Provide assistance with medication management, upon completion of required medication training, and in accordance with physician orders (as appropriate)

• Provide assistance with cooking, general housekeeping, and laundry

• Assist in the implementation of the emergency disaster plan as required

• Assist in the development of all resident care plans

• Assist in the maintenance of all resident records

• Demonstrate the ability to respond and appropriately report resident abuse

• Attends all required staff meetings and in-service training sessions

• Demonstrates a positive attitude and contributes to an atmosphere of team spirit and cooperation within the community

• Answers phones as needed, in a prompt and courteous manner

• Promotes customer service and positive community relations by treating residents, families, other staff, and all visitors in a courteous, helpful, and friendly manner

• Assist with other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous experience working with the elderly in a residential or long-term care setting also preferred.

• Must be able to read, write and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, and other staff members.

• Must be able to perform job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Able to pass the necessary tests (i.e., CPR, First Aid, Food Handlers, etc.) if required by state regulations.

• Must be able to work full-time or part-time as agreed upon, on assigned shift, including weekend and holiday rotations

Physical/Sensory Requirements

• Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

• Must be able to see well enough to write and read, and to visually interact with residents, families, and staff.

• Must be able to speak and hear well enough to verbally interact with residents, families, and staff.

Independent and Assisted Living Community

Company Description

Independent and Assisted Living Community