CNA - Enhanced Living

North Hill Retirement Community•Needham, MA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

North Hill, a not-for-profit senior living community in Needham, Massachusetts, has provided vibrant living opportunities to people 65+ for over 40 years by offering a host of hospitality, wellness, and health care services. The CNA will contribute to a supportive and cooperative working environment, focusing on the well-being and success of all customers by being positive, flexible, and willing to help. The individual will partner with residents to provide resident-centered care, including Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and the preparation and serving of meals. This role is within Assisted Care/Enhanced Living.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) course of study approved through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Ability to communicate effectively with Residents, Team Members and Visitors.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to exhibit tact and patience when dealing with challenging situations.
Satisfactory completion of a background investigation.

Responsibilities

Partner with residents to provide resident-centered care including ADL’s and the preparation and serving of meals.
Provide personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation and delivery, companion care, and transport on the North Hill campus.
Follow Medicare requirements and regulations when conducting certified home visits.
Follow all agency policy and procedure for care and services provided to all patients/residents.
Follow a written plan of care when providing direct patient care.
Ensure that training has been conducted by the Wellness Nurse.
Complete all required annual education on a timely basis.
Adhere to required policies and procedures related to confidentiality of personal health information of patients as required by HIPAA standards for medical information.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and provide input for care coordination and collaboration.
Participate in department meetings, as required.
May participate in the clinical orientation of Certified Nursing Assistants as requested by their manager.
Comply with all HIPAA regulations.
Attend new team member orientation and complete all required annual education and training.