NAC Assisted Living Part-Time Eve

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Columbia Basin Hospital offers a comprehensive benefit package with medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, company paid life insurance and retirement including employer match.

JOB SUMMARY

The NAC assists residents of Assisted Living in all aspects of daily living allowing each resident to function at his/her highest level.

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Renders assistance to residents in need and documents on NAC flowsheets.
• Observes residents and reports changes in resident’s condition to the charge nurse.
• Follows daily schedule:
  • Assists in bathing residents in tub or shower according to the bath list.
  • Assists with combing hair, cutting nails (except of Diabetic residents) and assist in dental care individualized for each resident.
  • Assists with or provides peri care following the care plan.
  • Changes bed linens, if indicated.
  • Collects and bag soiled linens, dispose of waste in the proper receptacles.
  • Sees that residents have supplies: soap, toilet paper, etc.
• Assists with serving meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Reports change of resident’s eating habits to charge nurse.
• Keeps dining room, nurse’s station, bathrooms, and activity areas tidy and tables wiped.
• Assists residents in walking to various areas of the facility.
• Answers call lights promptly.
• Assists resident with selecting activity of choice.
• Participates in care planning related to the services and needs of the residents and family.
• Reports all hazardous conditions / equipment to the charge nurse or Plant Manager.
• Demonstrates willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime, if necessary.
• Must be willing to work with/train students.

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• Must have Washington State License for Nursing Certified Assistant
• Must Have current BLS and First Aid certification.
• Must complete Specialty Training within 90 days of hire date.
• Must complete fingerprint background check within 120 days of hire date.
• This position requires a sincere desire to work with the aged and infirm, a sense of responsibility, moral integrity, patience, compassion and common sense.
• Previous experience within a hospital/nursing home is desirable.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, follow oral/written instructions in English and
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Consistent attendance is required.