CNA - Weight and Wound Tech - Skilled Nursing

The Weight and Wound Assistant promotes resident comfort, dignity, and quality of life by assisting the Wound Nurse and clinical teams with scheduled weight monitoring and supportive wound care activities as well as supports positive clinical outcomes through timely observations, respectful resident interactions, and adherence to individual care plans, infection prevention standards, and regulatory and Company policies and guidelines.Shift: 8 am - 5 pm Mon-FriWhy You’ll Love Being a Blakeford Team Member:Competitive payHealth, dental, vision insurance and other benefitsCompany-paid life and short-term disabilityOn-site team member gymPaid time off with cashout option403(b) with employer matchTuition reimbursement and scholarship programsAward-winning team member appreciation eventsand so much more!Be a part of Blakeford—where you belong.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSSupports and participates in care plan implementation by following assigned interventions related to skin integrity and nutrition.Obtains and documents resident weights, assistance provided, resident responses, observations, etc., as scheduled and ordered using calibrated equipment and approved proceduresEnsures weights are obtained consistently such as at the same time of day, on the same scale, under same conditions when applicable, etc., in order to support clinical accuracyPromptly reports significant or unexpected weight changes to the Charge Nurse and/or Director of NursingAssists residents safely during weight checks, using proper transfer techniques and assistive devicesAssists the Wound Nurse with wound care procedures by preparing supplies, positioning residents, and providing comfort, reassurance, and emotional support during potentially uncomfortable or sensitive proceduresObserves for and promptly reports changes in skin integrity, wound appearance, drainage, odor, or signs of discomfort or infectionSupports infection prevention practices by following hand hygiene, PPE, and clean/dirty workflow protocolsExplains care activities in a calm, supportive manner to promote resident understanding and cooperationFosters trust through compassionate communication and consistent, respectful interactions with both residents and coworkersProvides respectful assistance during wound care while maintaining resident privacy and dignityHonors resident preferences and right to refuse care and promptly documents and reports refusals of care to the Charge Nurse and/or Director of NursingPerforms other duties as assigned.SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GED with associate’s degree preferred.Valid Tennessee Certified Nursing Assistant license in good standingAt least 1 year of CNA experience in a long-term care environmentWorking knowledge of CMS regulations, resident rights, skin integrity principles, weight monitoring practices, and infection control standardsProficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Excel, Word, etc., with additional experience in patient management software strongly preferred.Strong attention to detail and observational skillsDemonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal direct supervisionAbility to follow care plans closely and work collaboratively with both Charge Nurses and the interdisciplinary teamExceptional communication, documentation, organizational and time management skillsCompassionate, resident-centered approach to caregivingA review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.Blakeford at Green Hills is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blakeford Senior Life