Bath Aide

**$2500 Sign on Bonus for NEW Full time employees**

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide each of your assigned residents with bathing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors.

1. Assist residents with bath functions (i.e., bed bath, tub or shower bath, etc.) as directed.

2. Assist residents with dressing/undressing as necessary.

3. Assist residents with hair care functions (i.e, combing, brushing, shampooing, etc.).

4. Assist residents with nail care (i.e., clipping, trimming, and cleaning the finger/toenails). (Note: Does not include diabetic residents.)

5. Shave male residents.

6. Keep hair on female residents clean shaven (i.e. facial hair, under arms, on legs, etc.) as instructed.

7. Weigh and measure residents as instructed.

8. Observe and report the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdowns to prevent decubitus ulcers (bedsores).

9. Keep bath house floor dry.

10. Provide bed bath for residents on bedrest and change linens.

11. Collaborate with other departments to provide bath at a time that does not interfere with meals, activities, visitors.

Physical Demands

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.

Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of the position can be fully met.

Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.

Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.

Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.

Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 10 feet.

Must be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with laws of this state. No experience needed, on the job training is provided.

Additional Qualifications

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstance warrants such action.

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

Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.

Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.

Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

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

AAP/EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to select the most qualified person for each position in the organization, whether that is a new hire, a transfer to another position, or a promotion. No associate of the Company will discriminate against any applicant for employment or a fellow associate because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic testing information, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy, gender identification, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited basis under applicable local, state, or federal law. This EEO policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• CNA: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CNA License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $21