Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Meramec Bluffs, PT, Evenings

Lutheran Senior Services•Ballwin, MO

1d•$16 - $25

About The Position

Provides daily supportive and functional care to residents in a compassionate environment, following established community care procedures and the direction of nursing leadership. Works as part of an interdisciplinary team focused on residents directing their own care. The position is part-time and evening-shift; the posting lists pay of $16.20 to $25.15 per hour, with an eligible evening shift differential of $1.50 per hour. Other differentials may apply for night or weekend work. The employee provides and documents resident care, supports residents’ dignity and independence, observes and reports changes in residents’ needs or conditions, assists with meals and activities, and supports therapies and treatments under licensed staff direction. The role also involves maintaining a clean and safe environment and working with residents and families compassionately and professionally.

Requirements

Current CNA certification for Missouri or Illinois, as applicable.
For Pennsylvania: enrollment, or eligibility for enrollment within 120 days of completing the training program, on the Pennsylvania nurse aide registry; successful completion of a Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation program or competency evaluation program and enrollment in the PA Department of Health, Division of Nursing Care Facilities Nurse Aide Registry.
Desire to be part of a person-centered care team.
Ability to communicate with residents.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push or pull 45 lbs.
Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with direct patient or resident care is preferable.

Responsibilities

Maintain residents’ comfort and provide physical care for activities of daily living within scope of practice; answer call lights and requests and report observations to the nurse.
Respond to residents’ personal care and support needs in a timely manner, preserving dignity and encouraging residents to do as much as possible for themselves.
Observe residents for changing needs and conditions and report information to the nurse.
Participate in residents’ care and service plans to help improve their lives.
Assist residents during meals and feed those who need full assistance.
Build and maintain meaningful relationships with residents and families, providing compassionate and professional support.
Support residents’ involvement in decisions about their daily activities and assist them with activities.
Assist with residents’ therapies and treatments under the direction of licensed staff.
Document care provided in clinical records.
Maintain a clean and safe environment.