Caregiver - FT

Description

Position Summary: In compliance with regulation and company policy, CNA provides hands-on care, in alignment with the resident’s care plan, in a safe homelike environment. The CNA is responsible for the direct, quality care for each resident.

Facilitate Enriching Community Environment:
• Provides services to residents as directed by the care plan and/or Director of Health & Wellness
• Reviews and provides input into the resident care plan
• Reports on the condition of residents to the Wellness team as well as documents in EHR
• Responds to security system quickly and appropriately and answers call bells immediately, taking appropriate action and resetting call bell
• Assists with toileting and disposes of incontinence products properly to ensure sanitation
• Fosters resident rights in each resident interaction
• Assists residents with ADLs as identified in care plans
• Implements OSHA standards and safety standards in assisting residents and completing daily work
• Reports accidents immediately and follows a process for documentation and treatment
• Understands and practices the proper method of care, disposal, and exposure risk to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious materials, sharp sticks, and hazardous materials
• Implements universal precautions of cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards
• Attends regular department/community meetings, cross over meetings and care plan meetings
• Maintains strict confidentiality of client information in compliance with HIPAA requirements
• Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions, and OSHA standards
• Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members
• Organize and complete work in a timely manner
• Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English
• Ability to understand medical/surgical terminology
• Models strong belief in mission and core values
• Active participation in learning each resident’s preferences to recognize the change in condition
• Executes good judgment in the best interest of customers. Explains and educates
• Effectively resolves resident concerns through consistent problem resolution in alignment with policy
• Participates in a work safe environment through workplace safety policies including PPE, fire extinguishers, and SDS
• Contributes to an environment of belonging for residents, families, and employees
• Models flexibility and professional conduct in adjusting priorities to meet business demands
• Ensures confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA, state/federal regulations as well as company policy
• Wash resident laundry as required
• Complete assigned cleaning tasks

Physical Activity & ADA Requirements
• Standing for 4 to 6 hours at one time within 8 hour day
• Sitting 1 to 2 hours at one time within 8 hour day
• May support/assist up to 50 lbs frequently and 150 lbs occasionally
• May lift/carry 40 lbs frequently and 70 lbs occasionally; the height of 3 to 4 ft for a distance of 30 yds
• Repetitive use of hands for simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, fine manipulation
• Bend: frequently
• Squat: frequently
• Kneel: frequently
• Climb: frequently
• Reach: frequently, 3 feet

Qualifications

Experience & Qualifications:
• Enthusiasm for life and adding value to the lives of others
• High School diploma/ GED required
• Current CNA licensure
• Prefer prior experience working with seniors
• Current CPR, BCLS, and First Aid Certification
• Strive for excellence. Previous experience focusing on customer service
• Lead by example in practicing good judgment in relation to confidentiality
• Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities with success and find joy
• Great communication skills to interact with various customers in conversations and writing
• Ability to establish confidence and trust
• Desire to act like an owner in day-to-day decision-making and problem-solving as well as accountability
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Office and the ability to learn specific software
• Ability to adapt the schedule to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours to ensure quality customer experience and to meet deadlines