Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

The Sisters of the Humility of Mary are searching for dedicated individuals to care for our Sisters and Residents with various activities of daily living. $2,500 sign on bonus for full time positions after 12 months of good standing with the organization. Candidates must be willing to work all shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follows each resident's/patient's plan of care providing direct care to improve or maintain resident's/patient's abilities. Notify nursing supervisor of any perceived changes in abilities, overall condition, or symptoms that prevent the ability to deliver care.
• Performs nursing rehab techniques as taught and approved by the community to promote and maintain the health status of the resident/patient.
• Assists resident/patient with meals and nourishments. Monitors food and fluid consumption in order to identify dietary concerns.
• Assists residents/patients with transportation to activities and appointments within the community to ensure the safety and timely arrival of residents/patients.
• Routinely rounds on the healthcare unit to identify needs of the residents/patients.
• Promptly responds to calls for assistance.
• Identifies when clothing and personal items are needing replaced or repaired.
• Takes accurate vital signs and weights. Notifies nursing supervisor of changes.
• Participates in lifestyle engagement programs as requested.
• Always exhibits excellent customer service behaviors and interactions.
• Follows and promotes infection control policies and procedures. Reports occupational exposures to blood, bodily fluid, infectious material, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Records accurate and legible information about resident/patient care and condition in appropriate sections of the resident's/patient's record.
• Maintains effective communication with nursing supervisor updating on the residents'/patients' status throughout the assigned hours.
• Attends staff meetings and educational offerings completing assigned education by stated deadlines. Applies education to practice.
• Maintains attendance as defined by HR policy.
• Floats throughout the healthcare unit to meet the needs of residents/patients and to promote teamwork.
• Provides care and utilizes supplies in a fiscally responsible manner.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or GED; current CNA license.