Nurse Assistant/ Certified Nurse Assistant - Assisted Living

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Join our team at The Redwoods, where you can make a meaningful impact on individual lives. After more than 50 years as a local, nonprofit community in beautiful Mill Valley, we have a rich history of service and purpose. We take pride in providing excellent care for an active and diverse community of seniors. You'll find that every day presents an opportunity for a rewarding experience of caring and connection with a dedicated team and dynamic group of residents. As a mission driven organization, we ensure everyone receives vital programs and services regardless of their income. Enjoy competitive pay, first class health benefits, generous vacation and sick time, and a great work environment. Be a part of something bigger - join us in making a genuine difference!

Position Summary

The Assisted Living Nursing Assistant (NA) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) works at the direction of the Assisted Living Charge Nurse and Nurse Manager according to scheduled duties. Assists in meeting the functional activity of daily living needs and other support services for residents. Provides additional support and participates in activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform skills require of a nursing assistant related to provision of ADL care.
• Adapt care giving to promote individual resident's independence.
• Approaches all encounters with residents, co-workers, health care professionals and families in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Maintains standards of personal appearance and grooming.
• Maintains good job attendance and punctuality.
• Follow the schedule of duties as well as the individualized service plan for each resident.
• Observes residents for any changes in conditions and immediately reports to the charge nurse.
• Performs the following tasks as assigned –weights, assist residents with escort to meals and activities.
• Assists residents to maintain a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Assists residents with linens, bed making and laundry as needed.
• Assist residents to make menu selections.
• Monitor residents for problems related to meals and food intake and report concerns to the charge nurse.
• Assists and participates with activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident care information.
• Works towards maintaining each resident's self-respect, personal dignity and personal safety.
• Take advantage of every interaction, including time spent in providing physical assistance, to offer caring touch, psychological support, emotional warmth and social stimulation.
• Tracks supplies that are needed and communicates to Assisted Clinical Director.
• Communicates and cooperates with co-workers and residents.
• Establishes good working relationships with all departments.
• Practices good teamwork.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications for CNA

High school diploma or GED. Current, active CNA Certificate or graduation from a CNA Certification program. Current First Aid certification. Prior skilled nursing experience and 6 months of experience as a CNA preferred.

Minimum Qualifications for NA

High school diploma or GED. Experience in geriatrics and caring for residents with cognitive impairment, preferred. Experience as a Nursing Assistant, preferred. Strong service orientation.

The Redwoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.