Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Description Department Clinical Reports  toCNA Coordinator, Director of Clinical Services Reporting to this position

NoneJob Classification Non-exempt, Hourly Position Purpose Provides certified nursing assistant services to assigned residents in accordance with care plans, facility policies and procedures and at the direction of supervisor(s).

Required Qualifications Minimum requirements include the following:

Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the state of Idaho.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Current CPR/BLS certification

Must have no disciplinary action in effect against certification.

Home Health, Hospice, Skilled Nursing or Assisted Living Facility:
At least one year of experience as a certified nursing assistant (preferred, not required).Major Duties and Responsibilities Provides supportive services to nurse, med tech and other staff as needed and performs duties as assigned.

Assists client with or performs activities of daily living for resident in accordance with care plans and established policies and procedures.

Assists client with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.

Delivers nutritional supplements to residents at assigned times and provides assistance as necessary to ensure intake. Documents intake accordingly.

Assists with weighing clients according to company policy, and records weight in designated locations. Reports weight changes to nurse and supervisor.

Assists with tracking the condition of the client’s skin. Reports any presence of pressure areas, skin breakdown or skin tears to nurse and supervisor.

Assists nursing staff in carrying out toileting program activities.

Documents the progress of each client as directed by supervisor.

Keeps nurse and supervisor informed of factors that interfere with being able to perform the work as assigned (i.e. client refusal, reassigned to skilled nurse care).Reports changes in a resident’s condition to the client’s nurse and supervisor.

Additional Assigned Tasks Treats all clients with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all clients’ rights.

Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all companies policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.

Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect clients and themselves.

Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.

Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of patients to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects patients from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.

Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.

Follows established infection control policies and procedures.

As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Attend care-plan meetings of assigned residents.

Participate in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee.

Accept certified nursing assistant assignments as staffing needs require. Perform certified nursing assistant duties as assigned, in accordance with facility policies and procedures.

Use proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.

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