What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver Assistant position at The University of Vermont Health Network?
Job Summary
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) are vital members of the healthcare team at The University of Vermont Health Network. They provide essential care and support to residents in the Skilled Nursing Facility, working under the supervision of licensed nurses. CNAs play a critical role in ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of residents by assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring their condition, and maintaining a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Responsibilities:
• Assist residents with their personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding, always prioritizing their privacy, dignity, and preferences.
• Provide mobility support by using proper techniques and equipment to help residents with transfers, aiming to prevent falls or injuries.
• Monitor vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate, and report any significant changes to the nursing staff.
• Observe residents' physical and emotional conditions and promptly notify the nursing team of any changes in behavior, mobility, or health status.
• Assist licensed nurses with medication administration, ensure accurate documentation, and maintain infection control protocols.
• Offer emotional support, foster a compassionate environment, and collaborate with various healthcare professionals to implement care plans and achieve residents' goals.
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) are vital members of the healthcare team at The University of Vermont Health Network. They provide essential care and support to residents in the Skilled Nursing Facility, working under the supervision of licensed nurses. CNAs play a critical role in ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of residents by assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring their condition, and maintaining a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Responsibilities:
• Assist residents with their personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding, always prioritizing their privacy, dignity, and preferences.
• Provide mobility support by using proper techniques and equipment to help residents with transfers, aiming to prevent falls or injuries.
• Monitor vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate, and report any significant changes to the nursing staff.
• Observe residents' physical and emotional conditions and promptly notify the nursing team of any changes in behavior, mobility, or health status.
• Assist licensed nurses with medication administration, ensure accurate documentation, and maintain infection control protocols.
• Offer emotional support, foster a compassionate environment, and collaborate with various healthcare professionals to implement care plans and achieve residents' goals.
