Aides - Certified Nursing Assistant

Active Day•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

Active Day is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join an interdisciplinary team providing supportive and functional care to members in its adult day care centers. Care is provided according to each member’s unique needs and care plan and includes personal and medical care, meals, activities, and on- and off-site social activities. CNAs are expected to help keep members safe and support their health and happiness while maintaining a positive, thoughtful, dependable, and productive approach as a coworker. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities are available.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current CNA certification.
Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds, and to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
Successful background check and, where applicable, compliance with additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of full-time-equivalent experience in a health care setting.
Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs.

Responsibilities

Assist members with activities of daily living and personal care, including arrival and departure, eating, ambulation, transferring, therapies, and restroom assistance.
Interact with and observe members to assist the interdisciplinary team in reviewing behaviors and medical needs; provide prescribed medical and physical care in a timely, compassionate manner and in accordance with daily goals.
Assist in planning and facilitating creative, diverse therapeutic recreational programs and encourage member participation.
Serve meals and snacks, clear tables, and assist with feeding as needed.
Monitor activities and help ensure member safety by maintaining a sanitary, clutter-free environment and participating in safety training.
Help create and maintain a clean, orderly, bright, and welcoming center.
Maintain program areas, supplies, and equipment, ensuring they are clean, disinfected, stocked, replenished, and in good working order.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members and their families, coworkers, referral agencies, and the community.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested.
Collaborate with the cross-functional team and provide feedback and recommendations to enhance the member experience and achieve center goals.
Comply with company policies and procedures and safety and regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.