Elder Services - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Levels I - III

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Levels I - III

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is committed to protecting and exercising the inherent inalienable sovereign rights of the Tribe and Individuals in the interest of the Medicine Creek Treaty Territories, as stewards to ensure preservation of our cultural and environmental integrity for common good and prosperity for all.

Department: Elder's Services

Hours: 40 hours per week - Full-time

Salary: Starts at $25.29 per hour

At the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, we prioritize our employees' health and well-being, offering unmatched benefits to ensure you are well taken care of. This starts with paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and one (1) day of birthday leave per year! Our health benefits are second to none, with medical, vision, and dental premiums fully covered for employees starting the first of the month after your hire. Our robust retirement plan includes both Traditional and ROTH 401(k) options, featuring an employer match and profit sharing to secure your financial future. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides free counseling and a wide range of resources for you and your household!

Join us and thrive in a workplace that truly values your health, security, and professional development. To inquire about our full benefits package, please contact us!

About Our Facility Located on a historically significant site above the Puyallup River in Tacoma, our Tribal-funded, 12,000-square-foot Elder's Wellness and Assisted Living facility serves up to 20 Puyallup Tribal Elders. The facility offers breathtaking views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains.

It features indoor and outdoor activity spaces, banquet rooms, a lounge and library, a hall honoring Puyallup Tribal Elders, and a comprehensive Health and Wellness Center. Amenities include a state-of-the-art hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, traditional healing room, and much more.

Location The Puyallup Tribe's Elders House of Respect Residences, located in Tacoma, WA.

What to expect as a CNA for the Puyallup Tribe of Indians:

• Weekend shift pay differential for evening and NOC shifts
• Low patient to staff ratios:
• 1 Staff Member providing Services to 4-5 Elders during days and evenings
• 1 Staff Member providing Services to 8-10 Elders during nights
• 8-hour shifts available: Day, Evening, and NOC
• Patient centered care
• A high-functioning, team-oriented environment

Requirement to consider as a prospective Certified Nursing Assistant applicant:

Prospective applicants must be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 and able to provide proof of vaccination.

Schedule a tour of our facility by contacting HR at View email address on click.appcast.io!

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Elder Services and the Director of Nursing, the CNA Level I-III series will provide personal care, in-home meal preparation, light housekeeping, assist with ADL's, vital signs to the Tribal Elders in the Residence assisted living or in the home.

The position will be assigned accordingly to the level to one area, but may be required to cover for staff at either the Assisted Living Facility or in the Community.

Essential Duties and Responsibility:

Level I

1. Competently assists assigned Elders with ADL's, transfers, repositioning, personal care, checking head to toe for bruises, blood in urine and for any injuries or wounds.
2. Assists Elders with bathing, grooming, shaving, oral hygiene, elimination needs, dressing/undressing, and ambulation together with any daily tasks (e.g. making bed, changing linens, laundry, light housekeeping, etc.) essential to the Elder's health in accordance with the individualized care plan.
3. Provide Elders with assistance transferring in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, chairs or automobiles.
4. Takes Elder's blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations, blood sugar, intake and output (I & O's) when needed, specimen collection and post mortem care.
5. Provides medication administration once training is complete.
6. Calls 911 when Elder is experiencing significant health issues.
7. Ongoing close observation and monitoring of Elder's health, activities, and habits. Immediately reports any noticeable changes, however small, to supervisor.
8. Provides for comfort and needs of the Elders ensuring their safety and well-being.
9. Works effectively as a team member in the delivery of care and assisted in the orientation of new employees.
10. Accurately updates and documents Elder's health records in a timely manner.
11. Answers/responds to call lights and/or requests for assistance promptly and respectfully. Provides welfare checks throughout shift.
12. Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of patient care, condition, progress and problems in order to report and discuss observations with supervisor or assigned nurse.
13. Report and document any injury, fall or change of status immediately to supervisor.
14. Assist Elders to and from dining room or with in-home dining. Assists with feeding when necessary.
15. Adheres to infection control and other safety practices.
16. Cleans and sanitizes areas used and occupied by patient/Elder.
17. Utilizes resources and materials in an efficient and safe manner.
18. Maintains a safe and attractive environment for Elders and co-workers; transports Elders and equipment as appropriate.
19. Notifies family members or guardians when Elder needs shopping done for them.
20. Accepts reassignment as needed to provide necessary care for all Elders.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.

Level II: All of the essential duties and responsibilities of Level I, plus:

1. Demonstrate understanding, initiative and ability to begin to mentor and assist with orienting new staff with the assistance and guidance of Level III's.
2. Document medications and treatment administration on the proper medication administration record.
3. Ensure proper storage of medication and supplies in a sanitary and safe manner. Monitoring temperature for proper drug storage will be conducted and documented daily.
4. Is also responsible for completing various forms in accordance with policy and procedures, e.g. immunization records, flow sheets, requisitions forms, medical record forms, etc.

Level III: All of the essential duties and responsibilities of Level I & II, plus:

1. Assists with orientation/training of new hires.
2. Med Tech trained/delegated to cover as needed in absence of LPN.
3. Responsible to covers any open shifts when needed with notice.
4. Serve as a liaison between the nursing staff and CNAs, ensuring that patient care plans are executed effectively and that CNAs are supported in their roles.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Level I & II does not have any supervisory responsibilities Level III trains, mentors, guides and assists with the supervision of Levels I-II, and will serve as a resource to others within the department and may occasionally act as supervisor when the supervisor is unavailable or as directed.

Qualifications and Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

Level I

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of three months of social service health field-related experience and/or training/ or satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have and maintain Certified Home Care Aide ; Certified Nursing Assistant certification/Washington DOH License
• Must demonstrate a mature, emotionally stable manner and display a sympathetic attitude toward providing services to clients at home or in the Assistant Living Facility.

Level II

• Level I requirements, and two to four years of experience in ALF/SNF setting as CNA.
• Any other training certificates such as; Dementia, Mental Health, Nurse Delegation