Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Sand Sage of The Highlands•Mustang, OK

19d

About The Position

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Why You’ll Love Working at Milestone Milestone is one of the fastest-growing senior living operators, with 100+ years of combined industry and hospitality experience. We focus on teamwork, creativity, and making a real impact for our residents and staff. About the Role Provides direct care to residents while promoting their highest level of functioning as directed by management. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Ensures quality services within facility standards, State, and Federal regulations.

Requirements

Certification as a CNA from an approved State course
Meet all health requirements, including TB testing
Pass state-required fingerprinting and criminal background check
Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly
Skilled in conflict resolution and active participation in resident care assessments
Demonstrates leadership, communication, and coaching skills
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and able to manage time effectively
Pleasant, professional, and personable manner
Ability to understand and communicate effectively with residents, guests, supervisors, co-workers, and vendors

Nice To Haves

Six months’ experience in long-term care preferred

Responsibilities

Receive and give report to management on resident status at the beginning and end of each shift and as needed
Notify management of any changes in resident physical and/or mental status
Provide personal care to residents per individualized plan of care
Document all pertinent information regarding care
Prepare residents for meals, assist to and from dining room, and help with meal setup and eating
Assist residents with toilet and incontinence care
Make room checks and verify resident location as directed
Keep residents’ apartments neat and clean
Perform clinical procedures according to facility standards and scope of practice regulations
Perform vital signs, blood pressure, weights, and other trained procedures
Complete prevention and restorative care including ambulation, transferring, bathing, grooming, and all other Activities of Daily Living
Maintain knowledge of facility infection control procedures
Assist in turning, positioning, and repositioning residents as outlined in the service plan
Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Process including documentation of care and attending care plan meetings
Communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, healthcare team members, and other disciplines
Actively participate in facility’s Quality Assurance Program
Report elder maltreatment or abuse to Director of Health and Wellness, Executive Director, and/or State
Maintain education, compliance with regulations, and current knowledge of resident care practices
Follow facility emergency procedures including fire and disaster drills
Maintain resident confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA policies
Perform other duties as assigned