Chha/Cna

Mira Vie at Forsgate•Monroe Township, NJ

About The Position

Distinctive Living is seeking a CHHA/CNA to provide direct care to residents and promote their highest level of functioning as directed by management. The role also helps maintain residents’ environments in a safe and neat manner and promotes quality services in accordance with facility standards and State and Federal Regulations. The position is offered as full-time or part-time. The posting refers to the community name and location as a placeholder and does not specify an actual location.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least six months of experience in a caregiving role or similar function.
CNA or HHA credential required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate verbally in person and over the phone.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Receive and give management reports on resident status at the beginning and end of each shift and as needed.
Notify management of changes in residents’ physical or mental status.
Provide personal care according to each resident’s individualized plan of care.
Document pertinent information regarding assigned care.
Prepare residents for meals, assist them to and from the dining room, and help with meal setup and eating.
Assist residents with toileting and incontinence care.
Conduct room checks and verify residents’ locations as directed by a supervisor.
Keep residents’ apartments neat and clean.
Perform clinical procedures according to facility standards and scope-of-practice regulations.
Perform vital signs, blood pressure readings, weights, and other trained procedures as directed by management.
Provide prevention and restorative care, including PROM, AROM, ambulation, transferring, bathing, grooming, and other activities of daily living.
Maintain working knowledge of facility infection-control procedures.
Assist with turning, positioning, and repositioning residents as outlined in their service plans.
Participate in the Interdisciplinary Team Process, including documenting care delivered and resident condition as directed.
Attend assigned care plan meetings and act as a resident advocate.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, healthcare team members, and other disciplines.
Participate in the facility’s Quality Assurance Program.
Maintain education and development, comply with State and Federal Regulations, and keep current with resident-care practices.
Maintain basic knowledge of the organization to answer basic questions.
Know facility emergency procedures, including fire and disaster drills.
Follow facility policies, maintain resident confidentiality, and adhere to HIPAA policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.