Unit Aide

UNIT AIDE

This position is responsible for providing non-direct services and support for nursing department.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate preferred.
• One years' experience preferred, and preferably in a long term care setting.
• Proficiency in standard English.
• Able to perform assigned duties with minimal oversight.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Making assigned beds.
• Passing ice water and snacks to assigned residents.
• Assisting with resident transport within the facility and to outside appointments when the resident would not require direct care during the appointment.
• Organizes, cleans and sanitizes resident rooms, wheel chairs, equipment, surfaces, etc..as assigned.
• Records meal intake percentages as assigned.
• Conducting group exercise programs, activities, etc…which require no hands on assistance.
• Answering call lights.
• Notifying nurse of any observed changes in residents.
• Follow established safety and infection control procedures.
• Participates in all required inservice training.
• Maintains safe working conditions and follows dress code.
• Reports to supervisor all complaints and grievances made by residents, families and visiting individuals.
• Adheres to and promotes Code of Conduct.
• All other duties as assigned.