Certified Nursing Assistant CNA/Medication Aide - FT Days - The Villa at Suffield Meadows

The Villa At Suffield Meadows

Nestled on a hillside in beautiful Virginia horse country, The Villa at Suffield Meadows is an assisted living facility designed to reflect elegant architecture with a resort-like feel. With friendly faces and an environment conducive to conversation and relaxation, The Villa offers all the comforts of home for our residents while providing the peace of mind that top-notch care is always available.

The Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide assists with patient care throughout nursing areas under the direction of licensed personnel.

In the execution of job duties, it is the universal expectation that all tasks are performed with a patient centered focus, while also seeking opportunities to continually improve core processes. Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need, which may include but is not limited to: holidays, extended shifts, night and/or weekend shifts, standby and/or on-call. This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Reports to: Resident Care Director; Nursing Supervisor

Essential Functions

Administers and accurately records the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician. Determines and records effectiveness of medications. Monitors medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken when medications are ordered, received into the facility, administered, and at change of shift. Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner. Everything must be completed in accordance with established policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.

Assists patient with activities of daily living (ADLs) and documents accordingly. Assists patient with feeding and/or meals as assigned and documents accordingly. Assists patient with elimination needs as is appropriate and documents accordingly.

Answers alarm pendants and responds to residents'/patients' needs appropriately and promptly.

Collects and documents patient information as needed (including weights and vital signs). Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Provides restorative care per plan of care. Documents accordingly.

Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly. Changes linens of occupied / unoccupied beds.

Demonstrates proper infection control practice and adheres to Infection Control Policies and Procedures and OSHA standards. Operates all equipment and performs all procedures/care in a safe manner. Reports faulty and/or dangerous equipment as necessary.

Appropriately obtains, stores, and labels specimens. Effectively and accurately utilizes appropriate transportation system, ensuring safe delivery of specimen(s).

Assists in discharge process of patients to include: transport, packing of personal belongings, and assistance with hygiene needs as requested. Provides for safe transport of patients through the institution. Appropriate measures are taken to escort patients into and out of the facility.

Assists with post mortem care including transport to the morgue.

Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent Preferred

Preferred CNA experience.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

Required: First Aid (First Aid certification is required within 60 days of employment.)

Required: CPR/AED Certification

Preferred: Basic Life Support (BLS)

Licenses: Virginia State Certified Nursing Assistant

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran