Certified Nurses Aide (CNA or STNA)

Certified Nurses Aide / CNA (STNA-State Tested Nursing Assistant)The CERTIFIED NURSES AIDE / CNA (STNA-State Tested Nursing Assistant) delivers routine daily assisted living services through interpersonal contact focused on maximizing residents' individual capabilities in accordance with all laws, regulations and Century Park standards. Reports to Resident Care Director.Working ConditionsAttends and participates in continuing education programs. Works in department as well as throughout community. Subject to frequent interruptions. Involved with residents, associates, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances. Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporary as necessary. Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday. Possible exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B viruses.Education and ExperienceMust possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be a graduate of a State-approved CNA program. Must be currently certified/registered in applicable state. Must maintain an active certification in good standing throughout employment. One (1) year experience in senior services preferred. Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during Orientation. Certification must remain current during employment. Specific Requirements Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to handle difficult residents. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must be knowledgeable of nursing aide practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing aide functions in an assisted living community. Must perform efficiently in all applicable competence areas. Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information. Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Parks' Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training.Primary Job ResponsibilitiesBelow is a description of basic job duties though other related duties may become necessary as directed by supervisor.Assists residents with activities of daily living as designated in care plan (i.e., dressing, toileting, hair care, bathing)Reads 24-hour log at beginning of shiftMakes routine rounds as scheduled and checks with residents to ensure care needs are being metAssists residents with clothing choices appropriate for the day's weather, clean and stain-freeAssists with incontinent residents, routinely checking clothing and linens to keep residents clean and dryAssists residents during meal times in the dining areaEncourages residents to participate in activitiesReminds residents of daily dental care and shaving if applicableShampoos hair weekly if not done by beauticianMakes beds dailyPrepares residents for activities, meals, appointments, etc.Delivers meals and assists with set-up or feeding as neededVerifies residents are present for meals and checks on those not attending unless notified otherwise in advanceCleans up spills by residents and alerts housekeeping for follow-upReports all changes in resident conditions to Nurse, Resident Care Director or Executive DirectorWelcomes new residents and assists with adjustment to communityAssists residents in unpacking, storing, labeling and inventorying belongings upon move-inAssists residents with packing belongings when being transferredCompliant with infection control guidelinesEssential FunctionsMust be able to respond to call lights promptlyMust assist with evacuation of residents and supports residents in times of crisis (i.e., natural disaster).Must deliver quality services to residentsMust be able to accurately document and chart residents careMust be able to assist residents with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toiletingMust be able to lift, turn, move, position and transport residentsMust be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary teamMust exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards residentsMust be able to read, write, speak and understand the English languageMust practice regular and predictable attendanceMust follow company policies including harassment, code of ethics, complaint procedures, safety, sanitation, confidentiality, dress code and resident rightsMust be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentMust be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk and move intermittently during working hoursMust be able to lift 35 lbs floor to waist, lift 35 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs and push/pull 35 lbs