Certified Nursing Assistant-Assisted Living - Night Shift NOC

Company: Covia Communities, a Front Porch partner
Location: Santa Rosa
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Looking for compassionate, enthusiastic C.N.As to serve with our assisted living team Come work with a vibrant group of dedicated professionals where the C.N.A. is the heart of our nursing services. Services are provided in our Assisted Living as well as in Independent Living apartments as needed. Our mission at Friends House is to provide quality residential, health, and social services to seniors while emphasizing independence and the opportunity to participate in a dynamic community life. This requires some flexibility handling different types of personalities in varying levels of care. These services are provided in accordance with the Quaker values of simplicity, integrity, equality, and peace. We recruit caring and compassionate employees who will deliver resident services with respect, hope, and appreciation. We will also train you to work as a Medication Assistant. This position will work directly for our Resident Health Services Manager to implement resident's care plans and record all medications taken or refused, also noting the resident's condition. The qualified candidate will understand basic medication terminology with the ability to read, write and communicate in English. We are looking for an employee who can work independently and responsibly with critical thinking skills and problem solving capabilities. The Nurse Aide will also assist residents with daily living activities and other personal care services as assigned. Such activities could include: dressing assistance, meal preparation, grooming, oral care, shower/bath assistance, hygiene, hair care, light housekeeping, or laundry. All care will be performed with respect and compassion while promoting the individuality and comfort of all residents. We are seeking candidates with the desire and willingness to work in a collaborative environment for the improved care and satisfaction of our residents Responsibilities

• The Certified Nursing Assistant ensures quality nursing and wellness care to the residents in Assisted Living.
• Assists in preparation of nursing unit, resident rooms, and beds
• Assists in and may accompany resident in the admission, transfer and discharge procedure
• The Certified Nursing Assistant assists residents in the activities of daily living, including oral hygiene, nail care, transfers, and mobility.
• Provides wheelchair transportation and assists in ambulation residents as needed
• Encourages residents to participate in activities
• The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for maintaining order and safety in resident living areas.
• Assures maximum functioning of resident through range of motion activities, toileting schedule, and the feeding and turning schedule
• The Certified Nursing Assistant observes residents for any physical and behavioral changes and reports them to the charge nurse, and is a mandatory reporter for all suspected abuse situations.
• Participates in all staff meetings, and other meetings as necessary
• Records all pertinent information pertaining to the daily care of residents, including weights, activities of daily living, intake and output, and reports this information to charge nurse
• The Certified Nursing Assistant observes and reports any needed repairs or service for building or equipment to charge nurse. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to read, speak well and be understood clearly in the English language Education and Qualifications
    • Current California CNA certification
    • At least six months experience as a CNA in acute or long term care setting or written reference from CNA program instructor
    • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
    • High school diploma or equivalent PI169833072

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