What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant PRN position at St. Amaro Nursing & Rehab?
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT – CNA OVERVIEW :
The primary purpose of your job position is to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS :
- Must be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with laws of this state.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
- Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant 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 and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
- Must act professionally and dress appropriately for the clinical setting with name tag visible.
WORKING CONDITIONS :
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION CRITERIA :
1. Report all changes in the resident’s condition to the Nurse Supervisor / Charge Nurse as soon as practical.
2. Report all accidents and incidents you observe immediately on the shift that they occur.
3. Agree not to disclose resident’s protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
4. Review & ensure call light procedures with resident and secure for easy access.
5. Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors.
6. Report all complaints and grievances made by the resident promptly.
7. Attend and participate in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain current certification as a Nursing Assistant.
8. Review the resident’s plan of care prior to shift start for special devices and equipment changes.
9. Participate in the development and review care plans daily to determine if changes in the resident’s daily care routine have been made on the care plan.
10. No personal cell phone use per facility policy in patient areas.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS (WITH OR WITHOUT THE AID OF MECHANICAL DEVICES) :
