CNA, Healthcare Nursing

Overview

Come join our awesome team as a Full-time Nursing Assistant (CNA) with Horizons Care Center. Horizons Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization and proudly listed among the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report.

Hourly Pay: $19.50 – $23.50 per hour, based on experience.

Schedules:
Full-time three (3) 12-hour shifts per week, every other weekend required.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program

Additional Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees:

• Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Life insurance (with option to purchase additional)
• Short term disability
• Loan program
• Net Spend option: 50% of wages before payday
• Ministry Program

The primary role of the Nursing Assistant (CNA) is to provide assigned residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with established facility nursing care procedures and in compliance with all state and federal regulations as well as with applicable facility policies and procedures.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of CO.
• Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the job without harm to self or others.
• Experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Ability to prioritize duties.
• Ability to understand and follow work assignments.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

• Assists residents with personal cares, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, bed mobility, toileting and eating. Documents ADL’S appropriately.
• Follows shift routines, policy and procedures regarding accurate performance of vital signs, weights, etc. Understands and supports Resident Bill of Rights.
• Serves meals and assists residents with eating. Records accurate food and fluid intake as assigned. Reports any chewing or swallowing difficulty to the nurse.
• Assists residents with the restorative nursing program including passive and active range of motion, ambulation with appropriate assistive devices and use of transfer belt.
• Uses safety standards in transfer and ambulation of residents; uses proper body mechanics and adheres to the care plan.
• Reports promptly to the nurse any changes in the resident condition.
• Answers call lights promptly and determines residents’ needs.
• Neatly makes and changes bed linens. Ensures residents are clean, neatly dressed and well-groomed.
• Reports any indication of resident illness to the nurse. Completes required forms as directed.
• Follows standard precautions and infection control policies and procedures.
• Observes and reports changes in mental status to the nurse.
• Reports incidents/accidents to the charge nurse as required.
• Maintains a respectful and confidential environment for residents.
• Immediately reports suspected abuse or neglect per facility policy.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to the designated staff.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks related to resident care as assigned.
• Documents vital signs, weights, intake and output as delegated and uses facility documentation systems.
• Attends designated nursing meetings and participates in committees as appropriate.
• Completes required in-services and online modules and pursues continuing education as required by state regulations.
• Follows federal and state rules and regulations governing nursing facilities.
• Responds to emergencies and assists with evacuation as needed.
• Communicates respectfully with all employees, residents and families.
• Uses proper chain of command to communicate concerns.
• Other duties as assigned by the nurse.

Situated at the base of the scenic Grand Mesa in Eckert, CO, Horizons Health Care Center offers staff the opportunity to connect with a tight community while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We help to foster a work-life…