CNA - Full Time/Part Time 3p-11p/11p-7a

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB. The CNA is responsible for providing safe and professional care for residents. The CNA assists residents with personal care, nutrition, ambulation, activities of daily living, and housekeeping. STANDARD REQUIREMENTS Is knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment. Supports and cooperates with specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions, fall prevention and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs. Confidentiality of all data including resident, employee and operations data. Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Compliance with all current facility policies. Compliance with all state and federal regulation that govern healthcare facilities. Compliance with current laws and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal discriminatory behavior. Compliance with abuse, neglect and exploitation of the elderly and or disable per facility, state and federal policies. Follow all policies on attendance, tardiness and mandatory meeting requirements. Supports and participates in common teamwork: Cooperates and works together with all co-workers. Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations. Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns. Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned. Provides excellent customer service to residents, visitors, and co-workers Review C.N.A care plan to ensure your residents individual needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Assist residents with personal hygiene and grooming as needed. This includes: bathing, toileting, hair care, mouth care, skin care, nail care and nutritional needs. . Respond to all call-lights within 3 minutes Obtain vital signs and report to charge nurse in a timely manner. Assist with ambulation on all shifts. Escort residents to and from the dining room, activity room, patio, transportation center, etc. Assist residents with meals, snacks and hydration per recommendations. Oversee meal attendance, making sure residents come to meals. Set up and clean dining area, serve meals, and deliver meal trays to the residents’ rooms as needed Ensure resident are served the correct diet and fluid consistency. Perform housekeeping duties daily, including: making resident’s beds in the morning, turning down beds in the evening, hang up clothes, assist with laundry duties as needed, etc. Maintain clean and hazard free working areas, including nursing stations. Document and report significant information or changes in a resident’s condition or behavior to the Charge Nurse and or Unit Manager/Nurse supervisor. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of ADL Flow Sheets on all residents. Answer phones courteously and ensure that issues are addressed and responded to in a timely manner. Know the facilities disaster and fire safety policies and procedures, including the location and correct use of the fire alarm system. Assist with emergencies for all residents in the building. Perform emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and report accidents or incidents to your supervisor in a timely manner. Provide your relief co-worker and charge with report at the end of your shift.