Lead CNA

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Review the logbook and assignment sheets for updates at the start of each shift.
• Assure that residents are neat, clean, and properly clothed.
• Assist with bathroom and hygiene needs.
• Tidy apartment proactively assesses potential safety concerns.
• Proactively assess potential safety concerns in common areas of the building and report to appropriate parties when needed.
• Transports residents to and from activities and dining.
• Provides SAMM assistance within the allotted time frame (if applicable)
• Accurate documents are provided, including SAMM timely (if applicable)
• Give a verbal report of shift change to the following shift.
• Mealtime duties include making morning coffee and serving breakfast as residents are ready.
• Serve lunch and dinner.
• Assist with setting tables.
• Encourage residents to take part in mealtimes.
• Assist residents with plate and utensil orientation.
• Clean up, load, and empty dishwasher, clean and disinfect tables and counters.
• Launder napkins and dish towels.
• Provide one-on-one support when needed to engage residents in activities or provide a quiet space to calm residents when required.
• Facilitates and assists with activity programming.
• Applies an excellent customer service approach in all aspects of the job.
• Committed to working with residents and families to develop and implement strategies that promote person-centered care.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Certification as a CNA or Home Health Aide in the state of work.
• One year's experience in an elder care setting preferred.