What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA - Full Time (7-3 Shift) position at HOLLAND CHRISTIAN HOME ASSOCIATION?
Description
Full Time $3,000 Sign on Bonus
Competitive CNA wages commensurate with experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION / TRAINING :
Successful completion of the New Jersey State-approved Nursing Assistant program
High School diploma or equivalent
Current CNA license
SKILLS :
Self-motivated with the ability to deal with residents under all conditions
Sincere desire to work with the aged and infirmed
Ability to anticipate the needs and moods of residents and interact with residents under all conditions
Knowledge of computer functions, including designated organization-approved electronic software
Excellent communication skills with residents, staff, families and the public
Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position
EXPERIENCE :
1-year experience preferred
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :
Understanding of state and federal healthcare laws and regulations
Delivery of non-acute nursing care
Assist residents by supporting personal hygiene and daily living needs
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS :
Support the Mission, Values and Vision of the Holland Christian Home
Understand and honor the Christian principles of the organization
Demonstrate an understanding of the Residential Living principles, including resident choice, privacy, independence, and dignity in all interactions with residents
Demonstrate an understanding of the aging process, cognitive impairments, Alzheimer's and other dementias
Ensure all assigned user ID codes and passwords for accessing resident / facility information are kept confidential; ensure the departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines
Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system
Maintain HIPAA compliance as well as confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations data
Exhibit concern for safety and well-being of staff, residents, families, and visitors
ESSENTIAL DUTIES :
Provide personal hygiene including bathing, oral care, skin and nail care and hand washing
Complete resident grooming including hair care, shaving, dressing and weighing
Assist with resident toileting, bowel and bladder training and perineal care
Bed making
Perform and assist with resident mobility, transferring, ambulation, positioning and range of motion
Use appropriate and safe body technique when lifting and / or transferring residents or supplies
Use mechanical equipment and assistive devices for patient handling tasks as identified, according to the individual resident Care Plan and the Safe Patient Handling Act.
Use aseptic techniques for purpose of infection control; this includes good hand washing techniques and infection control policies
Adhere to facility infection control practices and standards
Carry out Universal Precaution procedures and isolation techniques
Assist in orienting residents to household environment and routines upon admission and throughout stay as needed
Electronically document accurately all care given, including dietary intake and output, temperature, weight, pulse and respirations, using approved abbreviations and descriptive terms
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and assure resident rights and privacy is protected at all times
Report to nurse for written and verbal assignments which include daily use of care plans for assigned residents before initiating care
Participate in the planning of resident care through shift reports and resident care staffing meetings when assigned
Inform verbally and / or submit in writing any observations and changes in a resident for the Licensed Nurse to evaluate
Serve residents their meals, motivating and assisting them with intake of nourishment and fluids
Observe resident's dietary intake and report any changes to the Charge Nurse
Answer all call signals and requests of resident immediately
Encourage / assist residents in keeping their rooms in an orderly fashion
Maintain the nursing unit in a clean and orderly manner
Keep all residents' personal belongings and equipment clean
Escort residents to appointments as needed
Participate in activity programs planned for residents as needed
Attend and participate in unit nursing staff meetings and monthly professional education programs
Make sure that all residents have their clothes properly labeled and all dentures, hearing aids and glasses are carefully stored and monitored
Respond to resident emergency including bleeding, falls, seizures and performance of Heimlich Maneuver
Assist with post mortem care as assigned
Monitor residents with Tab monitors
Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest as well as a calm environment throughout the Home
OTHER DUTIES :
Timely completion of all required in-services
Must be present for at least one mandatory annual fire drill
Must participate in annual N95 Fit Testing
All other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assigned
HOURS OF WORK :
As per department schedule
Weekends, if required
Requirements
Currently licensed as a CNA by the State of New Jersey
Successful completion of the New Jersey state-approved Nursing Assistant Program
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