CNA - SNF

Job Description

Position

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Department

SNF Nursing

Reports To

LVN Charge Nurse

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Prepared By

Human Resources

Prepare Date

January 2015

Revised Date

August 2019

Job Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse, the CNA performs tasks that involve specific services for residents which are supportive and complimentary of Nursing practice.

Mission and Values

Demonstrates the competencies to fulfill the Mission and values of St. John of God Ministry, which are the foundation of all activities performed by every employee

Mission

We are here to extend the healing mission of Jesus through the Hospitality of St. John of God by continually improving the health and quality of life of the people we serve

Core Values

Hospitality

Creates an environment where people can feel welcomed, comfortable, understood, esteemed and loves

Respect

Recognizes the richness of God’s gifts and His presences in every person regardless of age, situation in life, culture or religion

Quality

Works toward creating centers of excellence and service fostering continuous improvement in the quality of service

Responsibility

Encourages cooperation as a way of promoting standards of competence, efficiency and accountability as we carry out our duties in the Mission

Essential Functions

1. Provides a suitable environment for the residents by giving attention to cleanliness, ventilation, lighting and furniture arrangements
2. Assists residents to ensure their cleanliness, grooming, nourishment, rest, activity and elimination in a manner conducive to the resident’s comfort and safety
3. Utilizes the proper technique and equipment to transfer residents
4. Preserves the dignity and self-respect of all residents at all times
5. Practices confidentiality about the resident’s nursing care activities
6. Promotes restorative nursing care as directed and instructed for individual residents
7. Keeps alert to the resident’s condition and reports to the Charge Nurse, changes in the resident’s attitude, appearance, behavior, and physical ability
8. Performs certain nursing procedures which do not require professional evaluation as assigned and instructed by the Charge Nurse
9. Practices conservation of equipment and supplies, keeping them clean and ready for use, reports any equipment and supply needs to the Charge Nurse
10. Practices first aid measures as applicable and as instructed by the Charge Nurse
11. Promptly answers call signals/lights
12. Transports residents as needed throughout the facility
13. Assists residents as needed throughout the facility
14. Recognizes and respects the resident’s individual emotional, social, and cultural needs, including their religious beliefs
15. Keeps written notes of specific assignments and records pertinent information about the residents
16. Competent and accurate PC and Data Entry needed on our system, safe and correct log in practices are vital, knowledge of the PCC system must be proficient in level after brief training and orientation