STNA

Job Description

Job Description

State Tested Nursing Assistant

At [insert team name], we're building together: Smarter. Long-Term. Care. We invest in people, not just positions. Through career growth opportunities, supportive leadership, meaningful relationships, and a culture of respect and empowerment, we help our employees thrive both personally and professionally. If you're looking for a workplace where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact, you'll find it at [insert team name].

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, including bathing, dressing, and grooming

• Assist residents with daily living activities, such as toileting, incontinence care, and mobility

• Monitor residents' conditions and report any changes or concerns to the nursing team

• Supervise and educate STNAs and other Facility personnel on established policies and procedures

• Participate in staff development activities, including in-service training and orientation programs

• Maintain a clean and safe environment, adhering to all safety and sanitation protocols

• Ensure that all equipment and supplies are properly maintained and used

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administrative Functions:

  • Record all entries on flow sheets, notes, charts, and computer programs in an informative and descriptive manner

  • Report all changes in the resident's condition to the Nurse Supervisor, LPN, or RN

• Personnel Functions:

  • Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures

  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel and other Facility personnel to ensure adequate nursing services

  • Meet with shift's nursing personnel to identify and correct problem areas

• Personal Care Functions:

  • Participate in and receive the nursing report upon reporting for duty

  • Assist residents with daily dental and mouth care

  • Assist residents with bath functions and dressing and undressing

  • Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures

  • Provide eye and ear care

• Staff Development:

  • Attend and participate in scheduled training and educational classes

  • Attend and participate in scheduled orientation programs and activities

• Safety and Sanitation:

  • Participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood and body fluids

  • Wash hands before and after performing any service for the resident

  • Report all hazardous conditions and equipment to any member of management or nursing supervisor immediately

• Equipment and Supply Functions:

  • Use only the equipment you have been trained to use

  • Report defective equipment to any member of management or nursing supervisor

• Care Plan and Assessment:

  • Review care plans daily to determine if changes in the resident's daily care routine have been made on the care plan

  • Inform the Nurse Supervisor, LPN, or RN of any changes in the resident's condition

• Resident Rights:

  • Honor the resident's refusal of treatment request

  • Abide by the resident's participation in treatment decision

  • Inform the resident of consequences of not participating in prescribed therapy and document such action in the resident's clinical record

Qualifications:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a State Tested Nursing Assistant in this state

• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel

People-Centered Rewards:

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision

• 401k with company match

• Early Pay via Tapcheck!

• Employee Perks & Discount program via NES

• PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays

• $Referral Bonus Program$

• Mentorship Programs

• Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities

• Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp