Job summary
Working under the direction of the staff nurses, the Certified Nurse's Aide (C.N.A.) provides personal care and assistance to tenants to assure their safety and comfort.The C.N.A. follows the nurses' instructions to provide treatments and carry out procedures.They observe and report changes in the tenant's physical, mental and social status to nurses in order to ensure the well-being of the tenant.
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Communicates pertinent information regarding tenant care throughout the tour of duty and at change of shift to the responsible nurse.• Consistently communicates in a manner that demonstrates a positive and cooperative attitude.• Utilizes appropriate and professional body language.• Demonstrates receptivity through active listening.• Records all nursing procedures and basic care on appropriate forms.• Makes appropriate decisions regarding notifying the nurse responsible for the tenant.• Plans organization of assignment in order to complete assignment in a timely fashion.• Executes procedures consistent with interdisciplinary care plan, Petersen Health Care Procedure Manuals, and within the scope of the role of the C.N.A.• Carries out basic hygiene measures including grooming, shaving, applying make-up, oral hygiene/dental care, cuts/cleans nails, fingers and toes, foot care, skin care, bathing/showering, and cleaning incontinent tenants.• Turns and positions tenants to prevent pressure areas.• Assists with standing, lifting, transferring, and ambulating tenants.• Gives and removes bed pans, urinals, and performs Foley care.• Measures temperature, radial pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.• Distributes nourishments, feeds tenants, and records % of dietary intake.• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharges of tenants.• Collects specimens – urine, feces, and sputum.• Measures and records fluid intake and output.• Maintains appropriate supplies of gloves and other personal protective equipment.• Assists in dressing, buttoning, typing, and snaps.• Assists in organizing tenants drawers, closets, and rooms.• Cleans tenants jewelry as needed or upon request.• Verifies that all dentures, glasses, and personal items are marked with proper tenant's name.• Cleans wheelchairs and Geri-chairs on a regular basis and as needed.• Passes ice water and assists tenants with hydration.• Answers call lights.• Assists the nurse or physician with minor treatments and procedures as assigned.• Provides post-mortem care.• Provides for the safety and security needs of the tenant.• Makes frequent checks on tenants and responds to the tenant's call for assistance in a timely and appropriate manner.• Gives appropriate explanations.• Maintains communication devices (nurse call light, TV and telephone, and other such equipment).• Utilizes techniques of infection control such as frequent hand washing, standard precautions, and disease-specific precautionary techniques.• Provides for the psychosocial needs of tenants.• Listens to and hears tenant and family anxieties and relays this information to the nurse.• Performs responsibilities in a cooperative manner under the guidance and supervision of professional nursing personnel.• Uses time constructively and organizes assignments for maximum productivity.• Maintains current knowledge in present Nursing Practice (in-servicing and continuing education) including the Mandatory Educational Activities as Fire Safety/Evacuation Procedures, Bloodborne pathogens, and proper body mechanics.• Reports for work as scheduled and on time.• Adheres to facility policy regarding absenteeism and sick time.• Avoids work-related injuries through the application or proper practice techniques.• Assumes responsibility for personal appearance by adhering to the Petersen Health Care dress code.• Integrates cost-effective measures nursing practices by using supplies efficiently and being willing to work in a team approach to accomplish goals.• Demonstrates support of the philosophy of Petersen Health Care by adhering to policies, procedures, and established Standards of Nursing Practices.• Identifies areas appropriate for change in a manner that demonstrates a positive attitude.• Facilitates change process in a manner that demonstrates a positive attitude.• Adapts to change brought about by external and internal forces in a cooperative and mature way.
Requirements
• Be of legal working age.• Be able to read and follow written directions.• Be able to communicate with tenants and co-workers in English.• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, tenants, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.• Work overtime as necessary.• General knowledge and understanding of state and federal regulations as they pertain to long term care.• Completion of the Certified Nurse's Aide course or be enrolled in a Competency Training Program leading to certification in less than 120 days from the date of employment.• Must have the current federally required vaccines or proof of a valid exemption.
