STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant) ---CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)

JOB SUMMARY: A paraprofressional person who is specifically trained. Competent and performs assigned functions of personal care to the patient in their residence under the direction, instruction, and supervision of the registered nurse (RN). QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must meet Medicare Conditions of Participation for Home Health Aide training program and competency. 2. Have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick and elderly. 3. Alibility to follow directions, read and write. 4. Maturity and ability to deal with the demands of the job. 5. Must have at least 12 full months verifiable working experience as an STNA. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures. 2. Performs personal care and bath as ordered. 3. Completes appropriate visit records at time of visit as per Agency policy. 4. Reports changes in the patient’s condition and needs to the DON. 5. Performs household services essential to health care in the home as assigned. 6. Ambulates and exercises the patient as assigned. 7. Performs simple procedures as an extension of the therapy services, e.g., range of motion (ROM) exercises as assigned. 8. Reminds client of medication that are ordinarily self-administered as assigned. 9. Attends in-service and continuing education programs as scheduled as assigned. 10. Attends patient care conferences as scheduled. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes. JOB RELATIONSHIPS: Supervised by: Director of Nursing, General Manager LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary: 1. Ability to participate in physical activity. 2. Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity. 3. Heavy lifting at least fifty (50) pounds. 4. Ability to extensive bending, lifting, and standing on a regular basis.