CNA's needed in Nursing Home

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rocky Mountain Home Health & Hospice-Green River - Green River, WY 82930Education Level: High SchoolJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health Care

Job Description Provides certified nursing assistant services to assigned patients in accordance with care plans, facility policies and procedures and at the direction of supervisor(s).

Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations placed on the long-term care industry by various governmental agencies. Required Qualifications Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state (preferred, not required).

High school diploma or equivalent.

Current Food Handler Permit

Skilled Nursing or Assisted Living Facility: At least one year of experience as a certified nursing assistant in home care setting(preferred, not required).

At least one year of experience as a certified nursing assistant in long-term care (preferred, not required).

Current Food Handler's Permit.

Assists patient with or performs activities of daily living for patient in accordance with care plans and established policies and procedures.

Assists with weighingpatientsaccording to policy, and records weight in designated locations. Assists nursing staff in carrying out toileting program activities.

Documents the progress of each patient as directed by supervisor.

Keeps nurse and supervisor informed of factors that interfere with being able to perform the work as assigned (i.e. resident refusal, reassigned to nursing unit).

Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect patients and themselves.

Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.

Follows established infection control policies and procedures.

As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Attend care-plan meetings of assigned patients.

Participate in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee.

Accept certified nursing assistant assignments as staffing needs require. Perform certified nursing assistant duties as assigned, in accordance with office policies and procedures.

Use proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.

Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, HepatitisB, and Tuberculosis.

May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.

Basic computer skills, including ability to navigate electronic medical record systems.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform resident care.

May work beyond assigned working hours, including weekends and holidays, when necessary.

Compliance as a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the company, including the company’s compliance and ethics program, is a condition of employment. Compliance will be a factor in evaluating job performance. Reasonable Accommodation Statement Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and [insert state civil rights law], it is the policy of [Facility Name] to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [include name and/or department, telephone, and e-mail address].

QualificationsRequired Qualifications Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state (preferred, not required).

High school diploma or equivalent.

Current Food Handler's Permit.

At least one year of experience as a certified nursing assistant in long-term care (preferred, not required).

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