Nursing Assistant - CLA Southfield PM

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Posted 9 Days Agojob requisition :
JR-NURSI
005037

Community Living Associate (CLA)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the management of the PACE SEMIs Community Living Manager and the coordination of the Lead CLA, the Participant Care Associate (CLA) provides supportive services to the participants (residents); including but not limited to the community setting, during transport and on appointments, or in the day health center while under the supervision of the manager, registered nurse, or lead CLA. The CLAs responsibilities for each participant are specified in the CLA Care Plan.

The following statements are intended to describe the essential elements, functions, and requirements of the position. The list should not be taken as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of an individual assigned to this job.  SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

The CLA plan of care is based on the initial and on-going assessments that are performed by the manager, assigned RNCM/clinical team, and lead CLA.  The CLA assists in providing and/or maintaining optimal physical and emotional comforts to the participants (residents) living in the community setting while embracing the culture, mission, values, and the practicing Ten Principles at PACE SEMI.  The CLA assists in creating a nurturing supportive environment while helping participants (residents) achieve maximum self-reliance and independence within the community living setting.  

The CLA performs the care or services that are outlined in the individual participants care plan; any care guidelines that are pertinent to the participants diagnosis are specified in the care plan.  The CLA performs a variety of tasks and services for the participants (residents), including:

Personal care up to and including 2-person assist  1:1 interaction in DHC and CL as outlined in the plan of care  Assistance with activities  Assistance with meal preparation / cooking/ feeding/other nutritional needs  Assistance with toileting / managing incontinence  Simple treatments  Grocery shopping  Laundry services  Coordination of care with participant and the DHC based on care plan  Engage with resident elevating health concerns and customer services issues or needs appropriately  Homemaking services / chores/ housekeeping services/sanitizing equipment  All other duties as required by manager and lead CLA, as assigned  Rounds q2 hour after 7pm-7am.

The CLA is responsible for accurate timely documentation as required by the community living setting; including but not limited to the care and/or services provided during participant (resident) encounter(s). The CLA keeps the manager, lead CLA, and clinical team informed of the participants progress.  Immediately reports all customer service complaints, all deviations from set schedule and appointments to supervisor / manager or lead CLA.  

The CLA responds to emergency situations in accordance with established policies and procedures.  Works only within established scope of practice.

SUMMARY OF

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions are variable. With exposure to communicable diseases, due to participant environment. There is also potential for exposure to chemicals such as cleaning solutions and medications  The CLA is supervised regularly in the community setting, by the manager and RNCM by direct or indirect supervision. At this time the participants satisfaction with the Care Plan and CLA is evaluated  Driving is required within PACE SEMI catchment area  The CLA must have reliable transportation available on a daily basis, a current valid drivers license, must maintain an acceptable driving record, and provide proof of current automobile insurance  The CLA must have the ability to transfer and assist with moving patients;

frequent walking, bending, and lifting of forty (40) pounds or more may be needed in the performance of duties  The CLA may be required to change participant assignments based on the changing acuity level, participant needs, and participant

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or GED required  Valid Michigan Driver's license  Current CPR card required  Certification is optional though preferred, but must have one (1) year experience with a frail or elderly population  Experience must be in a long-term care, hospital, home care setting, or PACE setting  Required completion of a basic nursing assistant training program. Must have received certificate of completion from a formal training program (Direct Care, Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, etc.)

outside of PACE SEMI  The CLA participates in annual, mandatory in-service training and screening, including but not limited to: infection control, TB testing, safety training, and BLS training

The CLA must possess the ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships  The CLA shows respect for the…