Elder Associate
Job Summary
An Elder Associate, under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities. Maintains a habilitative environment that promotes Elder independence in their home. The primary role is to nurture, sustain and protect the Elder by providing the services needed to live a full life.
Reports to: Director of Nursing
FLSA: Non-exempt
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Graduate of a Program in Discipline required
Minimum Work Experience
Minimum 1-2 years of CNA experience preferred
Required Licenses
Other
License: CNA
Certifications: BLS required, ServSafe required within 6 months of hire
Required Skills
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external
Essential Functions
Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
Provides direct restorative care and delegated therapy tasks including passive range of motion, active range of motion, ambulation, activity of daily living training, special positioning, splint application, restorative dining, bladder/bowel management and/or retraining.
Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.
Documents care in the medical record.
Incorporates the Eden Philosophy of living into every action undertaken throughout one’s employment.
Provides assistance with personal activities of daily living related to the Elder’s physical, emotional, intellectual, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural needs.
Encourages each Elder to reach his maximum functional ability then helps maintain these abilities.
Maintains a clean, safe and sanitary environment for the Elder.
Launders all personal clothing and environmental items used in the home.
Creates opportunities for the Elder to give care to others.
Involves all Elders in recreational and diversional activities.
Committed to the development of the staff, Elders and families as collaborative team members. Teamwork is a prime responsibility for each individual.
Performs other job duties as assigned.
Functional Demands
Populations Served
o Does not treat or care for patients.
o Neonate (o Infant (o Early Childhood (1 year and o Late Childhood (5 years and o Adolescent (13 and o Young Adult (17 to X Middle Adult (30 years to X Older Adult (>60 years)
Protected Health Information
Type of Protected Information Accessed:
X Demographic
X Clinical
□ Insurance
□ Financial
X Complete Medical Record
Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure
While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees
Physical Requirements - Physical Dexterity and Effort: Rarely Bending/Stooping □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly
Climbing X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Keyboard Data Entry □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Kneeling □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Lifting/Moving Patients □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Reaching □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Running X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Sitting □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Squatting □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Standing □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Walking □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Pushing / Pulling: 26-75 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Pushing/Pulling: over 75 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 0-25 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 26-50 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Visual Acuity, Hearing and Speaking: Rarely Audible Speech □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly
Hearing Acuity □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly
Smelling Acuity X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Taste Discrimination X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Vision: Depth Perception □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly
Vision: Distinguish Color □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly
Vision: Seeing Far □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly
Vision: Seeing Near □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly
Biological: Rarely Biohazardous waste/ hazards □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Blood and/or bodily fluids □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly
Communicable diseases/pathogens □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Chemical: Rarely Asbestos or lead X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Cytotoxic Chemicals X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Dust X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Hazardous Chemicals □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Gases/Vapors/Fumes □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Hazardous Medication □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly
Latex □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly