Assisted Living Nurse Assistant 2nd Shift

Description

The Nursing Assistant (NA) provides basic, direct care and assists in daily activities for residents in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current federal and state standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures and, as directed by nursing staff. Works collaboratively to support the Mission and Values of SCBMA.

• Assist in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathe and dress residents, serve meals and assist residents to eat, take vital signs, reposition, provide and empty elimination equipment, lift or assist residents into beds, wheelchairs, etc., change linens and restock rooms with necessary supplies
• Respond to resident call lights according to organization or regulatory entity policies and procedures
• Make resident rounds every 2 hrs. and PRN
• Report observation of resident bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds
• Clean and sanitize resident areas
• Ensure compliance with universal precautions infection control
• Transport residents and equipment in vehicles, wheelchairs or walking, assist with boarding and exiting and securing wheelchairs and safety belts as required
• Identify and report malfunctioning equipment immediately
• Assist residents during admission and discharge, providing physical assistance and post mortem care
• Participate in resident plan of care
• Communicate information between physicians, residents and health care staff as appropriate
• Report and record all accidents/incidents immediately
• Ensure compliance with all regulations from DHEC, Fire and Safety, OSHA, Labor Laws, etc. and adhere to HIPAA confidentiality standards.
• Other duties as assigned