Nurse Aide

Job TitleNurse AideJob DescriptionSummary / Main Purpose of Job: The Nurse Aide cares for patients in a nursing home or other medical facility under the direction of the nursing and medical staff. Criminal background check is required.Schedule RequirementsTo continue to be employed in a part time position, you are expected to meet the following scheduling requirements:Minimum Weekly Shift: Must work at least one shift per week.Weekend Coverage: Must work at least two weekend shifts per month.Summer Holiday Coverage: Must work at least one of the following major Summer Holidays:Memorial DayIndependence Day (July 4th)Labor DayWinter Holiday Coverage: Must work at least one of the following major Winter Holidays:Thanksgiving DayChristmas DayNew Year's DayEssential DutiesEssential Duties, Tasks and Accountabilities:Maintain daily reports.Maintain patients' charts with information on baths, bowel and bladder, and ADL tracking sheets.Serve and collect food trays and feed patients requiring help.Take and record food and fluid intake and output, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, as directed.Dust and clean patients' rooms and change bed linens.Bathe, dress, and undress patients.Turn and reposition bedfast patients, alone or with assistance, to prevent bedsores.Answer signal lights, bells, or intercom system to determine patients' needs.Run errands, as required.Answer telephones and assist visitors.Provide morningTransport patients or assist patients in walking to activities (e.g., barber shop, hairdresser, physical therapy, clinic, etc.).Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required.Qualifications/Preferred Skills, Knowledge & ExperienceQualifications / Requirements:High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).Six months to one year of job-related experience and/or training.Valid Nurse Aide Certification.Excellent interpersonal skills.Strong organizational skills.Ability to maintain confidential information and handle confidential matters.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently or as part of a team.Excellent customer service experience and/or skills.FlexibilityPreferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.Ability to establish priorities.Demonstrates integrity and honesty.Accurate and detail-oriented.Exhibits sound and accurate judgement.Strong time management skills.Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.Ability to interface effectively with all levels of county management.Knowledge and understanding of County of Chester policies and procedures.Additional InformationRelevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy. Computer Skills: No computer skills are listed for this position.