Non-Certified Nurse Aide - (7p to 7a M-F & every other weekend)

About the Role

According to the prescribed policies and procedures of the organization including all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and under the general supervision of the Charge Nurse, this position provides direct care to residents, assists with activities of daily living, and encourages residents to maintain or reach the highest level of function. The role reports resident needs and concerns to the supervisor on duty.

Responsibilities

• Performs and assists with all resident direct care needs and comforts of daily living, including but not limited to:
  • Lifting, turning, positioning, and transporting residents
  • Bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and grooming
  • Answering and responding to call lights in a timely and professional manner
  • Providing restorative care such as range of motion, ambulation, and bowel and bladder training
• Provides additional resident care needs, including:
  • Maintaining cleanliness of resident’s room (daily cleaning, deep cleaning, and discharge cleaning)
  • Engaging residents in activities of interest
  • Implementing restorative nursing programs to maintain activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Communicates professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and follows written and verbal directions.
• Provides exemplary customer service to residents, peers, families, managers, and visitors.
• Reports any changes in physical or mental conditions of residents on a timely basis.
• Assists nurses with assigned tasks, including but not limited to:
  • Measuring and recording vitals
  • Gathering weights, measures, and other documentation
  • Making beds, cleaning closets, and organizing resident living areas
  • Assisting with new admissions
  • Training and orienting new staff as assigned
• Adheres to Resident Rights guidelines, ensures residents exercise their rights, and reports complaints or concerns to the charge nurse or supervisor.
• Documents resident information timely, accurately, and confidentially according to electronic medical record procedures.
• Follows all safety and compliance policies, including proper use of equipment, infection control protocols, and reporting equipment needs or repairs.
• Performs food service functions, including:
  • Preparing residents for meals, serving food, and assisting with eating
  • Providing after-meal care, passing snacks, and distributing fresh water/ice
  • Recording food/fluid intake and reporting changes in eating habits
• Demonstrates a positive, professional manner, manages time efficiently, and collaborates with the team to promote a cohesive work environment.
• Completes all annual education requirements, including compliance, privacy, security, and HIPAA training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred (or currently enrolled in a program to achieve this education).
• Two to four years of experience preferred.
• Good communication, comprehension, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and the World Wide Web.