CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (NIGHT SHIFT)

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

(NIGHT SHIFT)Masonicare at Wesley Heights Shelton, CT Night Shift / 24hrs/wk / EOWSummary 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 nourishments; personal hygiene (shaving, dental hygiene, nail, hair and foot care); transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices; and care 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; and assisting 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; and records 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; and maintains 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; and*assists with orientation and training of new staffMinimum Qualifications:Education:

Post High School Vocational / Specialized TrainingExperience:

On the Job Training

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Current State of Connecticut CNA certificate; CPR Certification preferred.

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