Provide direct, quality hands-on care to residents in alignment with their care plans and company policy. Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, documenting resident conditions in EHR, and maintaining a safe, sanitary environment.
Requirements summary
Requires a High School diploma or GED and current CNA licensure. Candidates should possess CPR, BCLS, and First Aid certifications, with a preference for prior experience working with seniors.
high schoolprofessional certificateCustomer ServiceHIPAA ComplianceCPRMedical TerminologyMicrosoft OfficeInfection ControlActivities of Daily Living (ADLs)Direct Patient CareOSHA StandardsFirst AidElectronic Health Records (EHR)BCLS
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Trail
Creek
Place -
Michigan
City,
IN 46360Position
Type:
Full
TimeTravel
Percentage:
NoneJob
Shift:
AnyJob
Category:
NursePosition
Summary: In compliance with regulation and company policy, CNA provides hands-on care, in alignment with the resident’s care plan, in a safe homelike environment. The CNA is responsible for the direct, quality care for each resident.
Facilitate
Enriching
Community
Environment:
Provides services to residents as directed by the care plan and/or Director of Health & Wellness
Reviews and provides input into the resident care plan
Reports on the condition of residents to the Wellness team as well as documents in EHR
Responds to security system quickly and appropriately and answers call bells immediately, taking appropriate action and resetting call bell
Assists with toileting and disposes of incontinence products properly to ensure sanitation
Fosters resident rights in each resident interaction
Assists residents with ADLs as identified in care plans
Implements OSHA standards and safety standards in assisting residents and completing daily work
Reports accidents immediately and follows a process for documentation and treatment
Understands and practices the proper method of care, disposal, and exposure risk to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious materials, sharp sticks, and hazardous materials
Implements universal precautions of cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards
Attends regular department/community meetings, cross over meetings and care plan meetings
Maintains strict confidentiality of client information in compliance with HIPAA requirements
Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions, and OSHA standards
Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members
Organize and complete work in a timely manner
Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English
Ability to understand medical/surgical terminology
Models strong belief in mission and core values
Active participation in learning each resident’s preferences to recognize the change in condition
Executes good judgment in the best interest of customers. Explains and educates
Effectively resolves resident concerns through consistent problem resolution in alignment with policy
Participates in a work safe environment through workplace safety policies including PPE, fire extinguishers, and SDS
Contributes to an environment of belonging for residents, families, and employees
Models flexibility and professional conduct in adjusting priorities to meet business demands
Ensures confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA, state/federal regulations as well as company policy
Wash resident laundry as required
Complete assigned cleaning tasks Physical Activity & ADA Requirements
Standing for 4 to 6 hours at one time within 8 hour day
Sitting 1 to 2 hours at one time within 8 hour day
May support/assist up to 50 lbs frequently and 150 lbs occasionally
May lift/carry 40 lbs frequently and 70 lbs occasionally; the height of 3 to 4 ft for a distance of 30 yds
Repetitive use of hands for simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, fine manipulation
