Weekend Certified Nursing Assistant

Gulf Coast Village•Durham, NC

5d•$17 - $20

About The Position

Come join our awesome team as a Home Care Certified Nursing Assistant at Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE clinic! Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Certified Nursing Assistant Job Highlights: 403(b) Retirement Plan; Career scholarships; Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs; Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days) About the job: The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing and assisting participants with activities of daily living and restorative/supportive care necessary to ensure the physical and health safety of the home environment. Assists in monitoring and reporting the health status and providing a safe environment for the PACE participants of Senior Community Care of North Carolina. As assigned, works shifts in the SCCNC Day Center and provides care and services to participants and assists with the provision of a safe and effective day program Pay: $16.95-$19.85

Requirements

Unencumbered Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the State of NC
High School diploma or equivalent required
Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.
Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
A minimum of one year's experience in working with the frail or elderly population required.
Knowledge of principles, practices standards and techniques of a CNA
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

Nice To Haves

Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, co-workers, medical staff, and the public
Skilled in identifying and recommending problem resolution.

Responsibilities

Consults each day with the PCS Coordinator (or designee) to be updated on changes in participant status, changes in plan of care, and to confirm scheduled visits.
Personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care and bathing.
Assists participants in and out of bed assisting with ambulation.
Assisting with prescribed exercise which participants and aide have been taught by appropriate personnel.
Prepares meals, including therapeutic diets, assists participants with meals.
Assist participants to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans, or urinals.