CNA, Care Center: Part-time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

• The primary purpose of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position is to provide direct resident care and assistance with activities of daily living to meet each resident’s physical, mental, psycho-social, and spiritual needs. Care is provided in accordance with the resident’s individualized, person-centered plan of care, and in compliance with established facility policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• The CNA performs basic nursing procedures and patient care tasks as delegated by licensed nursing staff, promptly reports changes in resident condition, and contributes to the interdisciplinary care process to ensure quality outcomes and continuity of care in the care center setting.

Open Blocks:
Dining Aide (18 or 24 hrs per pay period): 7:30a-10:30a, every other weekend, and rotating holidays.
Day (12-36 hrs per pay period): 6a-5:30p, every other or every third weekend. 
Float (10 hrs per payer period): 5p-10p every other weekend.
Night (12-36 hrs per pay period): 6p-6:30a, every third weekend (Sat, Sun, Mon)

Shift Differentials:
Night: $3.50/hr
Weekend: $2.50/hr

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The CNA supports residents in maintaining their dignity and highest practicable level of independence by assisting with tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, nutrition, mobility, and social engagement. Assists with meals and assists residents to eat. Ambulates, turns and positions residents. Provides fresh water and nourishment between meals.
• Works effectively as a team member in the delivery of care and assists in the orientation of new employees. Maintains good working relations with nursing staff and other facility employees through appropriate communication.
• Instills confidence in residents by maintaining a neat appearance and performing duties in a competent and caring manner.
• Communication with Residents, families, visitors, and coworkers using AIDET & Key Word principles.      Listen attentively & observe both verbal & non-verbal communication.
• Follows resident care plan and reports changes in condition to the appropriate chain of command.
• Rounding – Check on each resident often looking at the four P’s- Positioning, Potty, Pain, & Peace of Mind.
• Call Lights – Responsible for answering call lights promptly.  Never pass a call light.
• Abuse/Neglect Prevention & Reporting – Immediately report any suspected, actual, or potential abuse or neglect of Residents to the charge nurse/director of nursing/social worker & administrator.
• Fall Prevention – Assist residents with safety devices following the individualized plan of care.  Report risks, near misses, and falls immediately.  Never move a resident after a fall, stay with Resident & alert a Nurse, who will assess for injuries & events of the fall. 
• Weights – Weigh & record weights for residents following the resident’s individualized plan of care.  Report a change of three or more pounds up or down to the charge nurse.
• Observe & Report – Any pertinent Resident observations, changes in condition, mood, behaviors, skin, accidents & incidents, risks for falls, complaints, etc. to the charge nurse.
• Document – ADL’s, Mood, Behaviors, Restorative Care, Skin, Weights, Intakes & Outputs, Nutrition Intakes etc. as required & directed.
• Attend 80% of regularly scheduled monthly meetings and educational training as assigned.
• Help others succeed.
• Other duties as assigned.

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS

• Supports Mission, Vision and Values at Johnson Memorial Health Services.
• Knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
  • Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
  • Confidentiality of all data, including patient, resident, employee, and operations data.
  • Quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from any sort of harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• Supports and participates in common teamwork:
  • Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction including appropriate judgment.
  • Use tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
  • Follow up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers, or residents regarding reported complaints, problems, and/or concerns.
  • Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members and guests.
  • Completes requirements for in-service and annual training, acceptable attendance, uniform dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have unrestricted Nursing Assistant Certification active in the state of Minnesota.
• High school graduate preferred but not required.
• Previous LTC experience with acceptable references preferred.

Benefits Offered for 48+ hours (.6 FTE)

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending (FSA)
• Health Savings (HSA)
• Supplemental Insurances
• Retirement (401a/457 Plan) 
• Paid Time Off 
• Employee Sick & Safety Leave
• Extended Illness Bank

  The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

JHMS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment. JHMS will ensure that persons   with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department.