Certified Medication Aid (MA40)/Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) - Full Time - Days - Eventide Williamsburg

About the role

The Certified Medication Aid (MA40)/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for enhancing the living experience for Eventide's Seniors/residents/clients by performing various care activities and related services as described and in compliance with the comprehensive care plan/service plan objectives. While doing so they will contribute to the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of Seniors/clients through respectful, professional, competent and personable interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, transferring/ambulation and continence.
• Affords assistance with Senior/client admissions, discharges, transfers and orientation of new employees.
• Fulfills department protocol for submission of completed documentation.
• Prioritizes assignments, making adjustments throughout shift to meet frequently changing/ overlapping Senior/client/caregiver/TEAMember/manager needs, call lights, when necessary.
• Performs work duties within the assigned work environment related to the position, as assigned by Eventide, regardless of TEAMember preference.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations regarding privacy by insuring that Protected Health Information (PHI) is safeguarded at all times.
• Implements activities for the Seniors/clients.
• Prepares, plates and serves meals, snacks and other foods requested by/for/to Senior/client.
• Affords assistance with cleanup of the dining room and is responsible for housekeeping and laundry duties as needed.
• If utilizing MA40: Prepares and administers medications and treatments, under the direction of the RN, within scope of practice as ordered by the physician and according to facility policies/procedures. Evaluates emergency situations, performing CPR when necessary, based on training.

Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language including medical terminology related to the job.
• Ability to gain access to the work area and then safely perform the duties of the job. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without correction).
• Must have unrestricted lift/push/pull ability of 50 - pounds, demonstrating strength and agility at Tabitha’s discretion.
• At least age 18.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 6 months experience as an aide or caregiver preferred.
• Credentials: CNA and Med Aide 40 hour certification in good standing as demonstrated by inclusion on the Nebraska State Registry required. If utilizing MA-40 certification, CPR is required. All certifications must be kept up to date at the expense of the employee.

Qualifications

• Must meet Eventide’s vaccination requirements.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Physical stamina and strength.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay range of $19-21.28 per hour for Med Aides based on qualifications, experience, and location.
• Shift premiums and differentials are also available, for select positions, paid on employment status and shift worked.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as ancillary benefits like life and disability insurance.
• 403(B) with employer match.
• Paid time off.

Pay

$19-21.28 per hour for Med Aides based on qualifications, experience, and location.

Schedule

6a-6p with a weekend and holiday rotation.