CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (EVENING SHIFT)

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (EVENING SHIFT) Masonicare at Wesley Heights - Shelton, CT Evening Shift / 8 hours a week/ Every Other Weekend Shift Shift: 2pm - 10 pm Summary of Position: Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, assists residents with activities of daily living and personal care to maximize independence, freedom of choice and quality of life. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides assistance with essential activities of daily living and personal care to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident: bathing; dressing and undressing; ambulating; toileting; assistance with meals and nourishment's; personal hygiene (shaving, dental hygiene, nail, hair and foot care); transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices; and care of ADL devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids Provides assistance with instrumental activities of daily living to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident: placing and/or receiving telephone calls; performing light housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning bathroom, bed making and bed changes; assisting with laundry; escorting the resident and coordinating internal transportation needs; and assisting with mail delivery and correspondence Medication Assistance: assists the resident with self-administration of medications, through cueing only Health Maintenance and Monitoring Tasks: observes and reports changes in the residents' physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to ALSA Supervisor or Director of Assisted Living Services, as needed; conducts room checks on resident rounds; monitors for environmental safety hazards; records incidents, errors or accidents; and records resident and resident related events Dining: assists in a variety of tasks related to dining (escorting residents, set-up and clean-up, serving meals) Activity Program: responsible for participating in and supporting the resident centered activity program Emergency Preparedness: responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations Performs other duties as required. Leadership: is a resident advocate at all times; follows policy concerning confidentiality; plans and completes duties with minimal direction from supervisor; works collaboratively with colleagues; uses tactful, diplomatic communication in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations; follows up with appropriate staff, resident or others regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns; acts as ambassador to guest and other off-campus visitors; and maintains certifications required for employment Administrative: completes required written documentation concerning resident care and activities during shift Other Duties: demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process; attends and participates in staff, educational and committee meetings to update knowledge, techniques, guidelines and regulations; assists with quality assurance programs; and assists with orientation and training of new staff Minimum Qualifications: Education: Post High School Vocational / Specialized Training Experience: On the Job Training Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current State of Connecticut CNA certificate; CPR Certification preferred. #Shelton #J-18808-Ljbffr