HLC : CNA- PER DIEM : NIGHTS

Per Diem, All Shifts - must work a minimum of 2 weekend shifts / month

Qualifications

• Completion of a NYS approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.

TWO

years of licensed experience as a CNA

Responsibilities

Provides and / or assist the resident in all activities of daily living as per individual care plan.

Maintains residents stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording information

Provides resident comfort by utilizing resources and materials.

Assist with transporting residents to different areas of facility as necessary; activities off unit, hairdresser, etc.

Answering residents call lights and request

Encourage the resident to function at his / her maximum level by assisting in restorative techniques and encouraging as much independence as possible.

Attend all mandatory in-services per code, mandatory C.N.A. meetings a year and completes required hours of educational in-services to maintain certification.

Maintain appropriate records adhering to established policies, procedures, and regulations of nursing home.

Pass meal trays, assist feeding residents, and monitor meals as per policy. Pass water pitcher and nourishment. Record meal consumption, record I&O.

Interacts supportively with residents, family and other staff.

Receives and gives report to team leader at the beginning and end of shift respectively.

Responsible for carrying out facility safety and infection control program (hand washing)

Observe and report resident needs, abnormal conditions or behavioral changes to team leader, charge nurse or nurse manager.

Completes assignment in a timely fashion. Follows resident care plan as written.

Maintains the resident s room and supplies in a neat manner.

Assist in promoting the Quality of life set forth in the Residents Bill of Rights .

Carries resident assignment sheet on person while on duty. Does not leave sheet where available for others to read. States or able to locate information i.e. resident C.P.R. status.

Respects the confidentiality of patients, departments, and nursing home information.

Reports to work on time and is on the unit and ready for duty at 7 : 00 am, 3 : 00 pm, or 11 : 00 pm.

Gives adequate notice to supervisory personnel when calling in sick or late, according to department standards.

Lifts and transfers residents as per individual care plans.

Punches in and out, consistent with nursing home policy.

Observes department guidelines regarding use of meal periods, coffee, breaks, and quitting time. Signs out and in at meal time.

Does not abuse sick time when used, is verified as required.

Resolves conflicts or problems in working relationships without involvement of higher authority.

Safety rules and procedures are followed. Works carefully and avoids situations that could lead to and accident.

All accidents are reported to supervisor upon occurrence, an incident form is completed and sent to DNS.

Work area and equipment are kept clean and orderly.

Utilizes personal protection equipment, engineering and work practice controls to prevent / minimize occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

Works with supervisor and other members of the work group in planning and building an effective team.

Instructions are followed, work schedules and standards met without close supervision.

Work is sufficient quality and quantity.

Deviations from established schedules and instructions are approved by nurse manager or their designee.

Interacts with family members and other staff in a professional manner. Promote positive environments.

Adheres to dress code at all times.

Demonstrates a willingness to learn new procedures by asking questions and / or demonstration.

Adheres to shift routine.

Clean closets. Put resident s clothes away.

Change resident s calendars.

Assist with new employee orientation as requested

Assists other staff when work is completed.

Audits completed (QA., safety, infection control) as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Completion of a NYS approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.

year of licensed experience as a CNA

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Does the HCP have any RTO?

Required

Is HCP able to work EOW while on assignment?

Required

Can HCP work DEN shifts if offered?

Required

Does the HCP have two years of certified experience as a CNA - must be certified

Required