CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN

Description Summary : The Certified Nurse

Assistant (CNA) is responsible for performing routine service

duties and procedures necessary for the care, comfort, and safety

of the Sisters; including performing skills to meet the activities

of daily living (ADLs) and other procedures within the scope of the

CNA responsibilities. The CNA will maintain a clean, safe

environment that reflects the preferences and needs of the Sisters

by utilizing basic knowledge of communication techniques, infection

control, safety, body mechanics, and age-related differences when

providing care. The Certified Nurse Assistant is expected to behave

in a manner consistent with the Core Values and must collaborate

with other Associates and departments to ensure the overall mission

is achieved. Responsibilities : Meets expectations of the applicable

OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or

Leader of Leaders. Provide care for any Villa de Matel (VDM) Sister

as directed by the charge nurse. Accept assignments with adequate

notice including changes in shifts in order to accommodate the

staffing needs of VDM. Encourage and assist Sisters to participate

in the spiritual, social, grooming, and therapeutic activities of

VDM. Works with the providers / facilitators of these services.

Obtain, observe, report, and record physiological, cognitive, and

sensory data as requested by the licensed nurse or as indicated by

the Sister’s condition. Perform skills to meet ADLs or assist

Sisters to perform their own ADLs. Perform assignments necessary

for the operation of the department as delegated by the licensed

nurse. Utilize good stewardship in the use of physical facilities,

supplies, and equipment. Orders, replenishes, and obtains supplies

and equipment as needed. Reports needed maintenance and unsafe

conditions. Attend at least one educational offering each quarter

and all mandatory in-services. Welcome and assist new Associates

and Volunteers in their orientation to the Villa de Matel. Apply

HIPAA regulations to everyone. Has verbal and written communication

skills. Has the ability to remain patient and tactful while

performing a variety of repetitive and sometimes unpleasant tasks.

Has emotional maturity and ability to avoid intrusion of personal

problems on quality and stability of service. Perform other duties

as requested. Rights of Sisters : Treat all Sisters with

consideration and respect. Respects privacy during life and after

death. Maintains confidentiality during life and after death.

Encourages Sister to participate in her care, implements her

choices and / or preferences when consistent with the approved plan

of care, and reports to licensed nurse when unable to do so.

Related to Work Environment : Follow the policies and procedures of

CHRISTUS Health and those specific to Villa de Matel Center.

Related to Associate Development : Attend and participate in

interdisciplinary team and departmental meetings. Attend and

participate in appropriate and approved education events. Provide

feedback through Associate Satisfaction surveys and other focus

groups / surveys to improve and maintain a great place to work. Job

Requirements : Education / Skills High School diploma or GED required

Experience Previous gerontology experience preferred Licenses,

Registrations, or Certifications Current Texas Certified Nurse Aide

(CNA) required BLS required Work Schedule : PRN Work Type : Per Diem

As Needed