CNA - FULL TIME & PM SHIFT

La Crosse County • La Crosse, WI

4h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a certified nursing assistant position in the Long-Term Care Campuses of La Crosse County. Employees work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, a Licensed Practical Nurse or a Nurse Technician. The position is located at Hillview Health Care Center in La Crosse, WI, and is accessible via public transportation and bike trails. The shift is from 2:30 pm to 11 pm, with shifts scheduled during the week and every other weekend, including a holiday rotation. Wage depends on experience, with a potential of up to $22.39/hr and $24.39/hr on weekends with differential.

Requirements

• Must be Certified Nursing Assistant at time of hire and listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must successfully pass a background check as required by the Wisconsin Caregiver law.
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written directions.
• Ability to conscientiously observe facility rules, regulations and policies.
• Read and write English.

Nice To Haves

• Employee must possess a valid driver's license and be approved by the County, if driving facility vehicles in the transportation of residents to program events, medical or dental appointments, etc.
• C.N.A.'s who have completed an approved medication certification course will pass medication under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents in all areas of personal hygiene, activities of daily living and care of their room and personal belongings, encouraging the highest practicable level of independence.
• Assists residents at mealtime including assisting with eating and supervision of residents, following guidelines on individual diet cards before giving each resident their meal.
• Provides supervision to maintain safety of the residents at all times.
• Follows directions and performs cares as assigned by the nurse and reports progress with those assignments to the nurse.
• Documents care provided to residents as directed.
• Reports changes in resident's condition immediately to nurse for appropriate direction and intervention.
• Performs simple duties such as temperature, pulse, respiration, weights, and skin treatments such as lotions or creams to closed skin.
• Participates in defining needs of residents to assist in development of an individualized care plan for each resident.
• Gathers and documents appropriate data on residents such as specific behaviors and restorative programs.
• Follows all care plan approaches including using mechanical lifts and those developed by all other disciplines and may include specialized psychiatric services.
• Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the facility; responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard.
• Maintains residents' rights and confidentiality of resident information; immediately reports all suspected cases of resident abuse to the Supervisor or Administrator.
• Supports all aspects of person-centered care, respecting and acknowledging individuality and uniqueness of residents.
• Uses a gait belt and proper body mechanics when involved in lifting, pushing or pulling activities.
• Maintains a safe, clean environment free of hazards.
• Assures that dining area floors, tables, chairs and wheelchairs, etc. are cleaned of food and liquids after meals.
• Escorts individuals or groups to dining room and other facility activities.
• Takes an active role in living area and team meetings.
• Safely prepares, administers and records medications ordered by physician (if medication certified).
• Administers medications as specified in the established facility medication administration policy and procedures, maintaining awareness of actions, dosage, route, and resident condition changes.
• Carries out recommendations/care plans for restorative care as developed by therapists and nursing staff (if assigned restorative programs).
• Promotes residents' involvement in the Restorative Activity Program.
• Assists resident with ambulation for therapeutic purposes.
• Transfers residents using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices.

Benefits

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Affordable Insurance Premiums: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, and 10+ paid holidays annually.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees