Bath Aide

INDEPENDENT ORDER OF ODD FELLOWS•Walla Walla, WA

1d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Major Duties and Responsibilities Provide scheduled and as-needed bathing and shower assistance in accordance with resident care plans. Perform NAC-level personal care, including bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, shaving, non-medical nail care, skin care, and dressing. Maintain resident dignity, privacy, choice, and confidentiality in compliance with resident rights. Assist residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning using proper body mechanics and approved assistive devices (e.g., gait belts, shower chairs, mechanical lifts). Observe residents for changes in skin integrity, mobility, pain, behavior, or tolerance to bathing and promptly report concerns to licensed nursing staff. Accurately document care provided and resident observations per facility policy. Follow infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene and appropriate use of PPE. Clean, disinfect, and restock bathing equipment and bathing areas after each use. Respond to residents call lights and requests within NAC scope of practice. Physical Requirements Ability to lift, push, pull, and assist with resident transfers with or without mechanical assistance. Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the shift. Ability to work in wet, humid environments and tolerate exposure to cleaning and disinfecting agents. Core Competencies Resident-centered care • Infection prevention and control Infection prevention and control • Safety awareness and fall prevention Time management and task prioritization • Professional communication Team collaboration Additional Assigned Tasks Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights. Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines. Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves. Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications. Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer. Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse and cooperates with all investigations. Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and training. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan. Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor. Follows established infection control policies and procedures. As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency. Assists in developing, implementing, and maintaining an ongoing quality assurance program for the activities department. Assists with obtaining necessary equipment and supplies and provide for their accessibility through organized storage. Performs administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Activity Director as required. Refers resident/families to appropriate social services personnel when indicated. Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement. Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations. Resourcefulness. Strong leadership skills. Positive attitude. Ability to be organized and efficient. Basic computer skills. CPR licensed and trained in first aid. Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work. Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff. Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition. Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Meet general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases. Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position. May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants. Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis. May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel. Compliance as a Condition of Employment and Performance Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the facility, including the facility’s compliance and ethics program, is a condition of employment. Compliance will be a factor in evaluating job performance. Violations, including failure to report violations, will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. This job description is intended to convey the general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Other tasks not listed here may be assigned by the Administrator. Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations made on long-term care by various governmental agencies. Unit Support / Floor Coverage When resident needs or staffing demands require, assist with general NAC floor duties within scope of practice, including toileting, transfers, repositioning, call light response, and resident support, as directed by licensed nursing staff. Adjust workflow as directed by the Charge Nurse to support resident care needs while ensuring completion of assigned bathing services. Support continuity of care and resident safety during periods of increased acuity or staffing needs. Scope of Practice This position is limited to duties within the Washington State NAC scope of practice. Does not perform nursing assessments, administer medications, provide wound care, or make independent clinical judgments. All duties are performed under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in accordance with WAC 246-841 and WAC 388-97. Reasonable Accommodation Statement Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and [insert state civil rights law], it is the policy of [Facility Name] to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [include name and/or department, telephone, and e-mail address]. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Requirements

Current Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential in good standing (required).
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement.
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
Resourcefulness.
Strong leadership skills.
Positive attitude.
Ability to be organized and efficient.
Basic computer skills.
CPR licensed and trained in first aid.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Meet general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide scheduled and as-needed bathing and shower assistance in accordance with resident care plans.
Perform NAC-level personal care, including bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, shaving, non-medical nail care, skin care, and dressing.
Maintain resident dignity, privacy, choice, and confidentiality in compliance with resident rights.
Assist residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning using proper body mechanics and approved assistive devices (e.g., gait belts, shower chairs, mechanical lifts).
Observe residents for changes in skin integrity, mobility, pain, behavior, or tolerance to bathing and promptly report concerns to licensed nursing staff.
Accurately document care provided and resident observations per facility policy.
Follow infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene and appropriate use of PPE.
Clean, disinfect, and restock bathing equipment and bathing areas after each use.
Respond to residents call lights and requests within NAC scope of practice.
Treats all residents with dignity and respect.
Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures.
Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.
Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator.
Protects residents from abuse and cooperates with all investigations.
Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and training.
Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
Assists in developing, implementing, and maintaining an ongoing quality assurance program for the activities department.
Assists with obtaining necessary equipment and supplies and provide for their accessibility through organized storage.
Performs administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Activity Director as required.
Refers resident/families to appropriate social services personnel when indicated.
Assist with general NAC floor duties within scope of practice, including toileting, transfers, repositioning, call light response, and resident support, as directed by licensed nursing staff.
Adjust workflow as directed by the Charge Nurse to support resident care needs while ensuring completion of assigned bathing services.
Support continuity of care and resident safety during periods of increased acuity or staffing needs.