CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (PER DIEM)

Masonicare Corp•Farmington, CT

1d•$20 - $21

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant assists residents with activities of daily living and personal care to maximize their independence, freedom of choice, and quality of life. The role provides support based on each resident’s age, needs, and abilities, including personal care, instrumental activities of daily living, medication cueing, health monitoring, dining, and activities. The CNA observes and reports changes in residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional conditions; conducts room checks; monitors environmental safety; documents resident care and related events; and responds appropriately to emergencies. The position also requires resident advocacy, confidentiality, collaboration with colleagues, communication with residents and others, and participation in staff education, quality assurance, orientation, and training activities.

Requirements

Post-high-school vocational or specialized training.
On-the-job training.
Current State of Connecticut CNA certificate.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to interact with all types of individuals, handle multiple tasks, and meet individual resident care needs.
Ability to read resident care plans, document resident condition, and enter data onto appropriate logs or forms or into a computer database.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with bathing, dressing and undressing, ambulating, toileting, meals and nourishment, personal hygiene, transfers, and care of eyeglasses and hearing aids.
Assist residents with instrumental activities of daily living, including telephone calls, light housekeeping, laundry, escorting and coordinating transportation, and mail delivery and correspondence.
Assist residents with self-administration of medications through cueing only.
Observe and report changes in residents’ physical condition and cognitive or emotional status to the ALSA Supervisor or Director of Assisted Living Services as needed.
Conduct room checks during resident rounds, monitor environmental safety hazards, and record incidents, errors, accidents, and resident-related events.
Assist with dining tasks, including escorting residents, setup and cleanup, and serving meals.
Participate in and support the resident-centered activity program.
Respond appropriately to emergency or disaster situations.
Advocate for residents, maintain confidentiality, plan and complete duties with minimal direction, collaborate with colleagues, and communicate tactfully in sensitive situations.
Follow up with appropriate staff, residents, or others about reported complaints, problems, and concerns; act as an ambassador to guests and off-campus visitors.
Complete required written documentation about resident care and activities during the shift.
Attend and participate in staff, educational, and committee meetings; assist with quality assurance programs and with orientation and training of new staff.
Maintain certifications required for employment.
Perform other duties as required.