Certified Nursing Assistant

Community Options•Allentown, PA

20d•$18

About The Position

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant in Allentown, PA. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and deliver care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. This person will interact with individuals and team members while maintaining the standards of professional nursing practices. We are seeking both FT/PT candidates. Starting pay is $18.47/ per hour

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Successfully complete a state-approved nurse’s aide-training program
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record and reliable transportation
Current certification and registration with the State Department of Health
One year of CNA experience preferred
Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
Transport individuals utilizing own vehicle or company provided vehicles
Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
Overtime may be required due to business needs
Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
May be required to lift or move 50+ pounds
May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory participants
May be exposed to various medical conditions, communicable diseases, blood, body fluids, or tissues

Nice To Haves

One year of CNA experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law
Assist with daily routines, including but not limited to cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, maintaining personal hygiene, transfer to and from bed or chair or other locations in or outside the home
Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
Monitor the use of medications through medication administration logs
Follow strict OSHA procedures regarding blood borne pathogens
Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe environment
Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned