CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (EVENING SHIFT)

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (Evening Shift)Masonicare at Wesley Heights - Shelton, CTEvening Shift / 8 hours a week/ Every Other Weekend ShiftShift: 2pm - 10 pmSummary of Position:Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, assists residents with activities of daily living and personal care to maximize independence, freedom of choice and quality of life.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:1. Provides assistance with essential activities of daily living and personal care to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident:bathing;dressing and undressing;ambulating;toileting;assistance with meals and nourishment's;personal hygiene (shaving, dental hygiene, nail, hair and foot care);transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices; andcare of ADL devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids2. Provides assistance with instrumental activities of daily living to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident:placing and/or receiving telephone calls;performing light housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning bathroom, bed making and bed changes;assisting with laundry;escorting the resident and coordinating internal transportation needs; andassisting with mail delivery and correspondence3. Medication Assistance:assists the resident with self-administration of medications, through cueing only4. Health Maintenance and Monitoring Tasks:observes and reports changes in the residents' physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to ALSA Supervisor or Director of Assisted Living Services, as needed;conducts room checks on resident rounds;monitors for environmental safety hazards;records incidents, errors or accidents; andrecords resident and resident related events5. Dining:assists in a variety of tasks related to dining (escorting residents, set-up and clean-up, serving meals)6. Activity Program:responsible for participating in and supporting the resident centered activity program7. Emergency Preparedness:responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations8. Performs other duties as required.Leadership:is a resident advocate at all times;follows policy concerning confidentiality;plans and completes duties with minimal direction from supervisor;works collaboratively with colleagues;uses tactful, diplomatic communication in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations;follows up with appropriate staff, resident or others regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns;acts as ambassador to guest and other off-campus visitors; andmaintains certifications required for employmentAdministrative:completes required written documentation concerning resident care and activities during shiftOther Duties:demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process;attends and participates in staff, educational and committee meetings to update knowledge, techniques, guidelines and regulations;assists with quality assurance programs; andassists with orientation and training of new staffMinimum Qualifications:Education: Post High School Vocational / Specialized TrainingExperience: On the Job TrainingCertificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current State of Connecticut CNA certificate; CPR Certification preferred.