Certified Nursing Assistant/ PA

Caring Connection•South Haven Charter Township, MI

About The Position

The C.N.A Program Assistant will provide personal care, medication administration, and monthly wellness vitals/weights with Registered Nurse oversight.

Requirements

Have a high school diploma or GED
Certified Nursing Assistant
Demonstrate an aptitude in working with individuals affected by Alzheimer’s Disease, or other related dementias, and cognitive impairments.
Must be responsible and work well with others.
Ability to complete multiple duties and tasks correctly and on time without being prompted.
CPR and First Aid certified
TB risk assessment upon hire
Valid driver’s license
Undergo a background check

Nice To Haves

Experienced in working with the elderly, handicapped or dementia patients is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist clients in arriving and leaving program site. Including removal of coats, wellness screening, assisting with walkers and wheelchairs.
Assists Activity Coordinator with activities, special events and parties.
Reports unusual behavior or changes in behavior/health of clients (disposition, wandering, illness) to Manager or Nurse
Assists with toileting/bathroom hygiene of clients per client’s individual care plan.
Informs Manager of all schedule changes within an appropriate amount of time
Communicates in an appropriate manner with clients, caregivers, case managers, staff and volunteers.
Daily documentation of activates, behaviors, wellness, and toileting
Participates/leads Health and Wellness Activities
Administers medication per the Medication Administration Record for each participant
Conducts monthly vitals and weight for each participant, and as needed
Maintains communication with the Nurse regarding clients well-being and safety concerns
Provides input into Initial, Annual, and Quarterly Care Plan reviews
Maintains the Wellness Room, and Medication Administration Area
Other duties as assigned.