CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (NIGHT SHIFT Job Shelton area,Connecticut USA,Healthcare

CNA
- Certified Nursing Assistant (NIGHT SHIFT)

Masonicare at Wesley Heights
- Shelton, CT

Night Shift / 24 hours a week / Every Other Weekend

Summary of Position:

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, assists residents with activities of daily living and personal care to maximize independence, freedom of choice and quality of life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides assistance with essential activities of daily living and personal care to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident:

bathing;
dressing and undressing;
ambulating;
toileting;
assistance with meals and nourishment's;
personal hygiene (shaving, dental hygiene, nail, hair and foot care);
transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices; and
care of ADL devices such as eyeglasses and hearing aids

Provides assistance with instrumental activities of daily living to residents based on age, needs and abilities of the resident:

placing and/or receiving telephone calls;
performing light housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning bathroom, bed making and bed changes;
assisting with laundry;
escorting the resident and coordinating internal transportation needs; and
assisting with mail delivery and correspondence

Medication Assistance:

assists the resident with self-administration of medications, through cueing only

Health Maintenance and Monitoring Tasks:

observes and reports changes in the residents' physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to ALSA Supervisor or Director of Assisted Living Services, as needed;
conducts room checks on resident rounds;
monitors for environmental safety hazards;
records incidents, errors or accidents; and
records resident and resident related events

Dining:

assists in a variety of tasks related to dining (escorting residents, set-up and clean-up, serving meals)

Activity Program:

responsible for participating in and supporting the resident centered activity program

Emergency Preparedness:

responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations

Performs other duties as required.

Leadership:

is a resident advocate at all times;
follows policy concerning confidentiality;
plans and completes duties with minimal direction from supervisor;
works collaboratively with colleagues;
uses tactful, diplomatic communication in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations;
follows up with appropriate staff, resident or others regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns;
acts as ambassador to guest and other off-campus visitors; and
maintains certifications required for employment

Administrative:

* completes required written documentation concerning resident care and activities during shift

Other Duties:

demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process;
attends and participates in staff, educational and committee meetings to update knowledge, techniques, guidelines and regulations;
assists with quality assurance programs; and
assists with orientation and training of new staff

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Post High School Vocational / Specialized Training

Experience:

On the Job Training

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Current State of Connecticut CNA certificate; CPR Certification preferred.

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