Certified Nurses Aide (CNA or STNA)
Company: Century Park Associates
Location: Providence
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Sign-on bonus and flexible scheduling available. Apply
today!PurposeThe CERTIFIED NURSES AIDE / CNA (STNA-State Tested
Nursing Assistant) delivers routine daily assisted living services
through interpersonal contact focused on maximizing residents'
individual capabilities in accordance with all laws, regulations
and Century Park standards. Reports to Resident Care
Director.Working Conditions Attends and participates in continuing
education programs Works in department as well as throughout
community Subject to frequent interruptions Involved with
residents, associates, visitors, government agencies/personnel,
etc. under all conditions and circumstances Subject to hostile and
emotionally upset residents, family members, etc. Works beyond
normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other
positions temporary as necessary Subject to falls, burns from
equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday Possible exposure to
infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to
the AIDS and hepatitis B virusesEducation and Experience Must
possess a high school diploma or equivalent Must be a graduate of a
State-approved CNA program Must be currently certified/registered
in applicable state. Must maintain an active certification in good
standing throughout employment One (1) year experience in senior
services preferred Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain
during Orientation. Certification must remain current during
employment.Specific Requirements Must have patience, tact, cheerful
disposition, and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to handle
difficult residents Must possess the ability to make independent
decisions when circumstances warrant such action Must be
knowledgeable of nursing aide practices and procedures as well as
the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing aide
functions in an assisted living community Must perform efficiently
in all applicable competence areas Maintains professional working
relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains
confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century
Parks' Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance
trainingPrimary Job ResponsibilitiesBelow is a description of basic
job duties though other related duties may become necessary as
directed by supervisor. Assists residents with activities of daily
living as designated in care plan (i.e., dressing, toileting, hair
care, bathing) Reads 24-hour log at beginning of shift Makes
routine rounds as scheduled and checks with residents to ensure
care needs are being met Assists residents with clothing choices
appropriate for the day's weather, clean and stain-free Assists
with incontinent residents, routinely checking clothing and linens
to keep residents clean and dry Assists residents during meal times
in the dining area Encourages residents to participate in
activities Reminds residents of daily dental care and shaving if
applicable Shampoos hair weekly if not done by beautician Makes
beds daily Prepares residents for activities, meals, appointments,
etc. Delivers meals and assists with set-up or feeding as needed
Verifies residents are present for meals and checks on those not
attending unless notified otherwise in advance Cleans up spills by
residents and alerts housekeeping for follow-up Reports all changes
in resident conditions to Nurse, Resident Care Director or
Executive Director Welcomes new residents and assists with
adjustment to community Assists residents in unpacking, storing,
labeling and inventorying belongings upon move-in Assists residents
with packing belongings when being transferred Compliant with
infection control guidelinesEssential Functions Must be able to
respond to call lights promptly Must assist with evacuation of
residents and supports residents in times of crisis (i.e., natural
disaster). Must deliver quality services to residents Must be able
to accurately document and chart residents care Must be able to
assist residents with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding,
and toileting Must be able to lift, turn, move, position and
transport residents Must be able to communicate and function in an
interdisciplinary team Must exhibit excellent customer service and
a positive attitude towards residents Must be able to read, write,
speak and understand the English language Must practice regular and
predictable attendance Must follow company policies including
harassment, code of ethics, complaint procedures, safety,
sanitation, confidentiality, dress code and resident rights Must be
able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Must
be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk and move
intermittently during working hours Must be able to lift 35 lbs
floor to waist, lift 35 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35
lbs and push/pull 35 lbs
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