CNA / Cert. Nursing Asst.
Location: Groton Massachusetts
Description: Seven Hills Foundation is in need of CNA / Cert. Nursing Asst. right now, this occupation will be placed in Massachusetts. For detail informations about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. JOB DESCRIPTION #104
TITLE: Certified Nursing Assistant
FUNCTIONAL TITLE: C.N.A.
JOB CATEGORY: Nursing
REPORTS TO: Clinical Leader/ Nursing Supervisor
BASIC FUNCTIONS: The C.N.A. is a key person responsible for delivering direct care to and
providing a therapeutic environment for the residents under the supervision of the Licensed Nursing
Staff. Deliver direct care to residents of Seven Hills at Groton in accordance with established Seven
Hills at Groton routines, methods and techniques.
QUALIFICATIONS: Active certification as a C.N.A. in Massachusetts required. Obtain 12 hours of
Continuing Education annually, which includes attendance at mandatory yearly updates (Infection
Control, Fire Safety, Resident’s Rights, Sexual Harassment, and Hazard Communication) and CPR.
SCHEDULE: As determined by Director of Nursing upon hiring.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES:
- Adhere to instructions issued by the Clinical Leader/Licensed Nursing Staff and perform duties in accordance with established Seven Hills at Groton routine! s, methods and techniques, and in
- Follows Standard Precautions and OSHA Guidelines. Follows specific precautions (i.e.
- Maintain an organized, neat, well-stocked resident unit.
- Prepare and maintain a record of observations and care given. Documents information clearly
- Assist with admissions to the unit. Orient family members/responsible parties to the unit;
- Maintain a safe, secure, comfortable environment for every resident.
- Participate in and receive report daily at start of shift. Plan and organize work assignment;
- Support nursing staff in a calm, efficient manner during acute, emergency situations.
- Bathe residents by multiple methods: tub/whirlpool, shower, bed bath and perineal care.
- Dress and groom (brush hair, shave, oral hygiene, etc.) residents.
- Provide nail care.
- Make occupied and unoccupied beds.
- Measure and report vital signs: temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure.
- Weigh residents monthly as ordered and record.
- Measure and record intake and output.
- Provide care that minimizes the risk of skin breakdown by being attentive to the resident’s
- Properly and safely lift, move, transfer and position residents in bed, wheelchairs and while
- Provide ROM exercises.
- Pe! rform chest physical therapy as ordered by MD. Monitor residents closely per Seven Hills at
- Safely feed residents as ordered, following prescribed feeding protocols. Record resident’s
- Provide adequate care to ill/injured residents under the direction of the nursing staff.
- Provide care as detailed in interdisciplinary care plan and Kardex. Demonstrate awareness of
- Apply adaptive devices and restraints as ordered. Monitor residents closely per Seven Hills at
- Accurately observe, recognize changes and report to nursing staff in a timely fashion.
- Assist with post-mortem care as directed by nursing staff.
- Accompany residents on appointments out of facility as directed by clinical leader/supervisor.
- Transport residents in wheelchairs throughout building and on grounds.
- Share knowledge with others. Act as a role model and mentor to new staff. Assist with
- Complete all assigned tasks.
- Comply with policies, procedures and specific protocols for resident lifts and transfers as
- Keep r! oom and corridors free of clutter and spills.
- Utilize safety p! recautions as required for individual residents: i.e. seat belts, trays, side rails,
- Use equipment in a safe manner.
- Correct unsafe conditions as appropriate. Report all unsafe conditions to immediate supervisor.
- Understand scope of practice of C.N.A. role and perform within parameters of job description.
- Understand nurse’s aide’s role in Fire and Disaster Procedures.
- Use appropriate work place behavior and adhere to dress code at all times.
- Demonstrate understanding of boundaries when caring for residents and their families. Interact
- Accept constructive criticism from immediate supervisors and take corrective action.
- Demonstrate respectful relationships with supervisors, co-workers and interdepartmental staff.
- Cooperate with other staff members to ensure maximum reside! nt care and completeness of
- Participate in Clinical Quality Improvement activities as relevant to role.
- To carry out all responsibilities professionally and efficiently.
- To work in harmony and in support of the Seven Hills Foundation operating subsidiaries.
- Maintain a good record of attendance and punctuality.
- Can be relied upon to complete all routine tasks assigned in accordance with policies and
- Demonstrate flexibility with resident assignment and scheduling changes.
- Use work time efficiently. Respects break and/or mealtime guidelines and ! telephone
- Provide required adv! ance notice for the purpose of schedule requests or when calling in sick.
- Comply with scheduling guidelines.
- Demonstrates appropriate personal hygiene.
- Preserve resident’s dignity when providing care.
- Adhere strictly to resident confidentiality policies.
- Provide residents with age appropriate stimulation and diversional activities based on
- Show respect for resident’s personal property.
- Provide a supportive, protective environment for residents.
- Demonstrate compliance with all resident rights; possess knowledge of Abuse Prevention
- Provide care in a kind, compassionate manner.
- Support and provide opportunities for socialization of residents and active participation in daily
compliance with the recognized policies, procedures, standards and practices and within the
State Regulatory Acts.
breakdown to nursing staff.
fashion. Report accidents, with or without inj! ury, promptly to immediate supervisor.
appointment.
Work to make new employees feel a part of the Seven Hills at Groton team.
as a team to assure residents are out of bed, routine care is being provided and positioning is
routinely being done. Bring patient care issues to the attention of the nurse.
PHYSICAL REQIREMENTS: Work requir! es regular lifting on an average of 40 pounds on average
of 25 times in an eight hour period with assigned residents and up to 45 times per shift when assisting
others.
1 person lift: resident weighs up to 40 pounds
2 person lift: resident weighs over 40 pounds
Walking an average of 8 miles per 8 hour shift. Sitting on average of 1 hour during documentation
of care provided. Work requires frequent crouching, stooping, bending and climbing stairs. Perform a
variety of simple, repetitive tasks; many involve unpleasant conditions and contagious disease. Work
requires frequent reaching and pulling; for example, when turning and repositioning residents in bed
every two hours. Work also requires pushing; for example, transporting residents in wheel chairs.
Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to
see and hear or ! use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to! ensure that the
requirements of the position can be fully met. Must be able to cope with emotional stresses of the
position. Ability to deal with death and stress of resident’s illnesses. Must be able to move about
sufficiently to respond to life threatening emergencies including performing CPR and assisting with
the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
STATUS: Non-exempt
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