Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Introduction

Find a workplace where you are deeply appreciated, not only for the skills you offer, but for the individual you are. At Milestone, you’ll enter into a rewarding career where you’ll work with highly skilled professionals and do meaningful work in the lives of our senior residents. Join a welcoming environment that fosters strong relationships with the residents, their families, and your coworkers. We hope you’ll consider serving alongside us.

Overview

Provides direct care to residents while promoting their highest level of functioning as directed by management. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Ensures quality services within facility standards, State, and Federal regulations.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time employees)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO
• Pet insurance
• Perks at Work
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits options

Responsibilities

• Receive and give report to management on resident status at the beginning and end of each shift and as needed
• Notify management of any changes in resident physical and/or mental status
• Provide personal care to residents per individualized plan of care
• Document all pertinent information regarding care
• Prepare residents for meals, assist to and from dining room, and help with meal setup and eating
• Assist residents with toilet and incontinence care
• Make room checks and verify resident location as directed
• Keep residents’ apartments neat and clean
• Perform clinical procedures according to facility standards and scope of practice regulations
• Perform vital signs, blood pressure, weights, and other trained procedures
• Complete prevention and restorative care including ambulation, transferring, bathing, grooming, and all other Activities of Daily Living
• Maintain knowledge of facility infection control procedures
• Assist in turning, positioning, and repositioning residents as outlined in the service plan
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Process including documentation of care and attending care plan meetings
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, healthcare team members, and other disciplines
• Actively participate in facility’s Quality Assurance Program
• Report elder maltreatment or abuse to Director of Health and Wellness, Executive Director, and/or State
• Maintain education, compliance with regulations, and current knowledge of resident care practices
• Follow facility emergency procedures including fire and disaster drills
• Maintain resident confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Certification as a CNA from an approved State course
• Six months’ experience in long-term care preferred
• Meet all health requirements, including TB testing
• Pass state-required fingerprinting and criminal background check
• Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
• Skilled in conflict resolution and active participation in resident care assessments
• Demonstrates leadership, communication, and coaching skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and able to manage time effectively
• Pleasant, professional, and personable manner
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively with residents, guests, supervisors, co-workers, and vendors