Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Skilled Nursing

About the role

At Wellmore of Lexington, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work. Our philosophy, "People First, Always," underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living which include, but are not limited to, personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, transporting, and transfers.
• Assists residents with dining to include escorting, transferring, order taking, serving, feeding, meal preparation, and clean up.
• Aid with housekeeping services, including but not limited to, bed making, trash removal, laundry, room and bathroom cleaning as needed, and requests from residents.
• Lead and assist with life enrichment activities with guidance and support from Life Enrichment Leaders and Supervisors. Activities may include, but are not limited to, activities, craft/game groups, life skills, daily pleasures, and one on one interaction.
• Escort residents to scheduled programming. Could participate in outings and/or day trips.
• Encourage daily participation in scheduled programming.
• Take and record vital signs and weights as ordered or required by regulations.
• Participate in and attend all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Technical Skills: Demonstrates current and ongoing competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in this area above and beyond the average.
• Communication: Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer information to necessary parties to improve the quality of work and to provide the supervisor with actionable, accurate data.
• Initiative: Self-motivated and personally competitive. Wants to achieve for the good of the Company and the team. Seeks additional work when they have capacity. Demonstrates an ability and desire to bring new ideas and solutions to the supervisor on an ongoing basis.
• Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing conditions on the fly. The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and professionalism.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to other without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new things.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; encourages others and asks for help when needed. Exhibits patience and compassion.
• Professionalism: Ensures service is delivered on time and is of the highest quality. Assumes responsibility for mistakes. Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand image.

Qualifications

• State Certification as a Nursing Assistant.
• Certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid.
• Two years’ experience in a similar healthcare position preferred.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use Electronic Records and miscellaneous software and office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Behaviors

• Self-motivated and personally competitive.
• Focused on solving conflict, not blaming.
• Likes to learn new things and share ideas.
• Adapts to changing conditions on the fly.
• Keeps emotions under control.
• Remains open to new ideas and tries new things.
• Works well with others.
• Patient and compassionate.
• Ensures service is delivered on time and of high quality.
• Assumes responsibility for mistakes.
• Presents themselves in a way that enhances the company's image.

Motivations

• Passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors.
• Wants to be part of a team that strives for excellence.
• Seeks additional work when available.
• Brings new ideas and solutions to the supervisor.

Education

• Required: State Certification as a Nursing Assistant.

Experience

• Two years’ experience in a similar healthcare position preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Nursing Assistant Certification.