CERTIFIED NURSES AIDE (CNA OR STNA)
Company: Century Park Associates
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: October 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Come and join our growing team! We are looking for certified
Nursing Assistants who love working with seniors. Shift
opportunities are 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Purpose The CERTIFIED NURSES
AIDE / CNA (STNA-State Tested Nursing Assistant) delivers routine
daily assisted living services through interpersonal contact
focused on maximizing residents' individual capabilities in
accordance with all laws, regulations and Century Park standards.
Reports to Resident Care Director. Working Conditions Attends and
participates in continuing education programs Works in department
as well as throughout community Subject to frequent interruptions
Involved with residents, associates, visitors, government
agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances
Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members,
etc. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays,
and in other positions temporary as necessary Subject to falls,
burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday Possible
exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including
exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B viruses Education and
Experience Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent Must be
a graduate of a State-approved CNA program Must be currently
certified/registered in applicable state. Must maintain an active
certification in good standing throughout employment One (1) year
experience in senior services preferred Must have CPR certification
upon hire or obtain during Orientation. Certification must remain
current during employment. Specific Requirements Must have
patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as a
willingness to handle difficult residents Must possess the ability
to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such
action Must be knowledgeable of nursing aide practices and
procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines
governing nursing aide functions in an assisted living community
Must perform efficiently in all applicable competence areas
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates,
vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or
confidential information Displays integrity and professionalism by
adhering to Century Parks' Code of Ethics and completes all
required compliance training Primary Job Responsibilities Below is
a description of basic job duties though other related duties may
become necessary as directed by supervisor. Assists residents with
activities of daily living as designated in care plan (i.e.,
dressing, toileting, hair care, bathing) Reads 24-hour log at
beginning of shift Makes routine rounds as scheduled and checks
with residents to ensure care needs are being met Assists residents
with clothing choices appropriate for the day's weather, clean and
stain-free Assists with incontinent residents, routinely checking
clothing and linens to keep residents clean and dry Assists
residents during meal times in the dining area Encourages residents
to participate in activities Reminds residents of daily dental care
and shaving if applicable Shampoos hair weekly if not done by
beautician Makes beds daily Prepares residents for activities,
meals, appointments, etc. Delivers meals and assists with set-up or
feeding as needed Verifies residents are present for meals and
checks on those not attending unless notified otherwise in advance
Cleans up spills by residents and alerts housekeeping for follow-up
Reports all changes in resident conditions to Nurse, Resident Care
Director or Executive Director Welcomes new residents and assists
with adjustment to community Assists residents in unpacking,
storing, labeling and inventorying belongings upon move-in Assists
residents with packing belongings when being transferred Compliant
with infection control guidelines Essential Functions Must be able
to respond to call lights promptly Must assist with evacuation of
residents and supports residents in times of crisis (i.e., natural
disaster). Must deliver quality services to residents Must be able
to accurately document and chart residents care Must be able to
assist residents with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding,
and toileting Must be able to lift, turn, move, position and
transport residents Must be able to communicate and function in an
interdisciplinary team Must exhibit excellent customer service and
a positive attitude towards residents Must be able to read, write,
speak and understand the English language Must practice regular and
predictable attendance Must follow company policies including
harassment, code of ethics, complaint procedures, safety,
sanitation, confidentiality, dress code and resident rights Must be
able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Must
be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk and move
intermittently during working hours Must be able to lift 35 lbs
floor to waist, lift 35 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35
lbs and push/pull 35 lbs
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