ND Cerifed CNA/CMA

About the role

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide your assigned residents with assistance in meeting scheduled needs as outlined in the care plan/service plan and in assisting with unscheduled needs when required according to established facility policies and procedures and as may be directed by your supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Greet residents in a friendly and welcoming manner.
• Orientate resident and family to community routines.
• Obtain admit height, weight, vital signs.
• Absorb and administer medications according to facility policies and procedures and established standards of practice.
• Assist resident with ADLs such as bathing, dressing, grooming, mouth care, toileting, etc.
• Take and record blood pressure, pulse, respirations, height and weight.
• Report any changes in resident’s condition including skin breakdown, behaviors, etc.
• Assist resident in meal preparation, housekeeping and cleaning of residence and laundry.
• Assist resident in use of telephone and other communication needs.
• Become certified and maintain certification in Montessori Programming.
• Implement concepts of Montessori programming in activities and individualized service/care plan for each resident.
• Perform Montessori Based Dementia Programming with residents in all service programs.
• Develop and implement Montessori Based activity program and activities.
• Lead resident activity groups.
• Wear appropriate clothing as described in the Dress Code policy.
• Seek clarification of assignments and ask questions when needed.
• Volunteer assistance to co-workers as time permits or as directed.
• Treat co-workers with courtesy, respect and in a supportive manner at all times.
• Resolve interpersonal conflict with co-workers directly and privately and seeks supervisor assistance as necessary.
• Interact with residents and maintain resident-centered conversations when participants are present.
• Maintain an environment for residents, families and guests that is customer friendly and that values and respects the uniqueness of each individual.
• Attends department meetings, all staff meetings, mandatory in-services and training.
• Understands and uses Universal Precautions, OSHA Blood borne Pathogen Standard and follows established infection control, hazardous communication and all safety rules.
• Demonstrates knowledge of infection control practices by compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Washes hands when gloves are removed and when soiled.
• Uses hand sanitizer when appropriate.
• Uses universal precautions according to facility policy including using Personal Protective Equipment and Blood and Body Fluid spill kit when indicated.
• Proper disposal of waste products.
• Uses proper body mechanics when performing tasks.
• Reports hazardous conditions or equipment to manager immediately.
• Uses proper body mechanics when performing tasks.
• Reports accidents and incidents immediately to manager and completes incident report.
• Follows established safety precautions and safe operating procedures in the performance of all duties.
• Address residents by preferred name and avoid labels such as sweetie, dear or honey.
• Discuss resident status in private.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident conversations unless doing so would jeopardize resident well-being.
• Treat residents courteously, politely and in a physically appropriate manner.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident information.
• Uses discretion when dealing with sensitive issues.
• Respond to family/resident complaints consistent within facility policy.
• Knowledgeable about resident rights and respects rights of residents at all times.
• Documents resident behaviors on the Resident Care & Concern Form and reports to manager.
• Reports emergent resident concerns to your manager immediately. Documents any non-emergent concerns on the Health & Wellness Concern Form.
• Upholds Mission/Values of Maple View.
• Demonstrates the qualities and values stated in the mission statement.
• Promotes a culture that supports these values.
• Works well with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Treats other employees, residents, visitors, family members with respect and dignity.
• Fosters a teamwork environment and is a team player.
• Carrries out assigned duties in a responsible and professional manner.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
• Follows company policy when requesting time off (i.e. PTO, Medical Leave, etc.).
• Follows company policy in regard to getting all overtime pre-approved.
• Adheres to company confidentiality policies.
• Works throughout the resident areas (i.e., med rooms, offices, resident condominiums, common spaces, health areas. etc.).
• Sits, stands, bends, lifts, walks and moves intermittently during working hours.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the work day.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.
• Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends, holidays, and in other positions temporarily as necessary.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including the HIV, Hepatitis B (HBV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) viruses.
• Communicates with other department personnel.

  Qualifications

  • Must possess, as a minimum, an 8th grade education.
  • Must be willing to become a Certified Medication Aide in accordance with the laws of this state.
  • Must be certified as a Nurse Assistant or become a UAP on the NDBON registry.
  • Must be a minimum of sixteen (16) years of age.
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
  • Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
  • Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
  • Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as willingness to handle difficult residents.
  • Must be able to accurately report information concerning a resident’s condition.

  Physical and Sensory Requirements

  • Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
  • Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
  • Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
  • Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
  • Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
  • Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
  • Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times hostile people in the community.
  • Must be able to stoop, turn, bend, stretch, crawl, kneel, reach overhead, horizontally and down, and lift, push, pull and move a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
  • Requires frequent standing, walking and occasional sitting.
  • Requires ability to smell, discriminate speech, speak clearly, discriminate color, and possess intact peripheral vision.
  • Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.
  • Requires occasional work with toxic chemicals, sprays, mists, etc.
  • Requires frequent use of the hands, arms, legs and feet.
  • Requires frequent use of gloves.
  • Requires balancing and rapid mental-muscular coordination.
  • Requires occasional use of a face shield or facial protection.

    Skills

    • Knowledge of medication administration.
    • Ability to communicate effectively.
    • Patience and tact.
    • Ability to work with diverse populations.
    • Ability to handle difficult residents.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Ability to work under stress.
    • Ability to follow safety procedures.

    Benefits

    • Comprehensive health insurance.
    • Flexible scheduling options.
    • Professional development opportunities.
    • Employee discounts.
    • Retirement savings plan.

    Pay

    $15.00 per hour.

    Schedule

    Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.