CNA

SUMMARY:

Provides direct care to residents, treating each with dignity and respect while promoting independence, yet meeting their individual needs in a caring atmosphere. Shift will be from 5 am-1:30 pm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Represent Independence Care Center in a positive and professional manner.
2. Know and practice Resident’s rights and exhibit attitudes and behaviors that indicate respect for them.
3. Demonstrate a caring attitude in all interactions with residents.
4. Abide by Independence Care Center Personnel Policies and Procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
5. Know and practice emergency policies and procedures.
6. Administer nursing care to residents according to the policies and procedures of Independence Care Center.
7. Utilize all safety equipment and precautions as per policies and procedures when transferring or ambulating residents.
8. Must use gait belt when transferring or ambulating residents. Must use assist x2 with hoyer lift.
9. Perform all care using the principles of standard precautions and good hand washing.
10. Interact with all residents based upon their individual needs.
11. Maintain a therapeutic environment for all residents; promote and encourage independence.
12. Report to charge nurse any changes in resident’s condition.
13. 12 hours of education completed per year.
14. All other duties as assigned.