CNA's Needed-Rehabilitation and Nursing Care

CNA Position in Newport, RI
We are seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) local to Newport, RI. The hours are Monday-Friday 5:30am - 9am or 6am - 9am and Monday-Friday 3:30PM-7:30PM.
The Certified Nursing Assistant I provides Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) as assigned in an individual's care plan. Care is generally provided in the home, however, transportation, errands, and escort services may also be assigned as designated in an individual's care plan. The CNA I may also provide skilled tasks that requires special training and competencies that a Personal Care Attendant cannot provide.
Responsibilities

Comply with all policies and procedures set out by the Quality Home Staffing/Community Based Home Care Employee Manual provided at orientation or any additional materials provided during the term of employment.
Position is responsible for providing services as assigned by the RN Field Supervisor in accordance with the individual's approved service plan.
The Certified Nursing Assistant I is required to report any deviations in an individual's functional or medical condition to the appropriate agency personnel.
Services must be provided during the assigned schedule for each individual.
Deviations from the assignment including, but not limited to the following must be reported to the agency:
Deviations from the assigned schedule
Individual declining specific tasks or requesting unassigned tasks
Individual expecting to be unavailable for a shift or multiple shifts.
Hospitalizations, Rehab, or Facility placement.
Incidents, accidents or other events that are not aligned with the individual's plan of care.

The Certified Nursing Assistant I must be able to demonstrate competence with assigned ADLs and IADLs or special tasks and perform these tasks in line with the plan of care.
Tasks may include, but are not limited to:
Bathing (assist, bed bath, tub bath, shower, sitz)
Dressing / Undressing
Mouth care
Skin care (non-prescription)
Hair care
Nail care (does not include nail care for clients with Diabetes)
Mobility
Turn and position
Transfer
Use of lift
Assist with ambulation
Range of motion
Toileting
Bedpan/urinal
Bowel/bladder training program
Collect specimens
Perineal / catheter care
Apply/Remove Condom Catheters
Eating
Meal preparation according to client's dietary needs or restrictions, including forcing fluids and restrictions.
Assist, monitor or feed the client, according to level of care.

IADLs may include but are not limited to:
Cooking
Cleaning
Shopping
Transportation
Escort
Special Tasks

Vital signs
Temperature
Pulse
Respirations
Blood Pressure
Height and Weight
Application of heat/cold
Preventative intervention to prevent decubitus ulcers
Apply TED hose, as instructed
Deep breathing/cough techniques
Remove EKG leads

Companion or Sitter services, as assigned in the care plan
In addition to the above tasks, the CNA I may be required to provide other tasks that are required by client's needs and level of care (proof of competence required prior to services rendered.
Qualifications

Proof of current CNA I certification.
Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
An individual's criminal history check complying with 6.0 Clinical Coverage Policy 3L.
Do not have a finding on the North Carolina Health Care Registry in accordance with G.S.131E256
Experience in Home and Community Based Services, preferred
Current Tb Skin Test
Have reliable transportation
Proof of current automobile insurance.
Can demonstrate competence providing assigned tasks