Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Education: Must have High School Diploma or GED
Job Functions: -Resident's ADL's needs are met as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with policies and procedures within a safe and comfortable environment; including hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence/catheter care, elimination/toileting needs, turning/positioning, skin care, etc.
-Resident's environment and safety to be maintained as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with policies and procedures; including answering call lights and alarms promptly, provision of safety mats and low beds, restraint use under the direction of Nursing, maintaining cleanliness of unit, behavior and fall prevention, appropriate use of and monitoring for malfunctioning equipment, etc.
-Resident's nutritional needs will be met as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with policies and procedures, including meal delivery, tray preparation, adaptive equipment, feeding, nourishments, etc. Resident's preferences and choices shall be honored.
-Resident's rehabilitative (restorative and maintenance) needs are met as outlined in plan of care and in accordance with policies and procedures, including range of motion, ambulation, transfers, proper body alignment and use of assistive devices.
-Resident's rights, refusals, and concerns are reported to Charge and/or Supervising Nurse in a timely fashion in accordance with policies and procedures. Changes in resident physical, emotional and psychosocial status are identified and reported to Charge Nurse promptly. Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is reasonably anticipated.