Assisted Living Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Per Diem - $15.75/hr + Differentials

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists residents with bathing functions according to resident service plan and as directed (i.e. Showerbath and whirlpools)
• Assists residents with daily dental and couth care (i.e. brushing teeth/dentures, oral hygiene, special mouth care, etc. as needed)
• Assists residents with undressing/dressing as necessary
• Assists residents with hair care functions (i.e. Combing, brushing, shampooing, etc.)
• Assists residents with nail care (i.e. Clipping, trimming and cleaning the finger/toenails)
• Assists residents with shaving (female residents – facial hair, under arms, legs, etc. as instructed. Male residents – facial hair.)
• Position residents in correct and comfortable positions for pressure relief.
• Assists residents with bowel and bladder functions. (i.e. Take to bathroom, offer portable commode, change Prevails, etc.)
• Assists residents in preparing for social programs, activities, and appointments (i.e. Church, parties, visitors, doctor’s appointments, etc.)
• Assists residents with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, and wheelchairs. Assists residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.
• Answers resident calls promptly.
• Assists with the care of the dying resident, maintaining hope, dignity and love for the resident at all times.
• Provide post-mortem care as instructed.
• Changes soiled linen and bedding.
• Disposes of soiled or contaminated items in accordance with facility policy on blood borne pathogens.

Responsibilities:

• Follows policy and procedures on annual TB Testing.
• Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Attends and participates in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain current certification in accord with the State of Montana.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Nurse Managers or person in charge of area where work is being done.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED preferred. Prior experience in a human service or health care setting preferred. Must possess a current Montana State Nurses Aide Certification, or have completed the SJLM C.N.A course and will obtain certification within 120 days of class completion.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• Skill in observation of human behaviors or changes of condition.
• Ability to understand written and verbal communication. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with residents, family members, and coworkers.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Ability to understand and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Need to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully pass required state certification exam.
• Ability to use various health care supplies and equipment, including blood pressure devices, thermometers, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Ability to understand resident charts and service plans.
• Ability to relate to and work with the ill, elderly, disabled, emotionally upset, and at times, combative people within the facility.
• Ability to respond to residents needs in a timely and professional manner, recognizing the resident’s rights.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations (i.e. Death and Dying).