CHHA/CNA

Mira Vie at East Brunswick•East Brunswick Township, NJ

3d•$19 - $21

About The Position

Distinctive Living is seeking a CHHA/CNA for its Mira Vie East Brunswick community in East Brunswick, New Jersey. The role provides direct care to residents and supports their highest level of functioning as directed by management. It also helps maintain a safe, neat resident environment and promotes quality services in accordance with facility standards and state and federal regulations. The position may be full-time, part-time, or per diem. Benefits listed include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; a 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; and a Team Member Assistance Program.

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 reports to management about resident status at the beginning and end of shifts and as needed; report changes in residents’ physical or mental status.
Provide personal care according to each resident’s individualized plan of care.
Document pertinent information about care as assigned.
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 resident locations as directed by a supervisor.
Keep residents’ apartments neat and clean.
Perform clinical procedures in accordance with facility standards and scope-of-practice regulations.
Take vital signs, blood pressure, and weights, and perform 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.
Turn, position, and reposition residents as outlined in their service plans.
Participate in the Interdisciplinary Team Process, including documenting care delivered and resident condition as assigned; attend care-plan meetings as assigned 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, regulatory compliance, and current knowledge of resident-care practices.
Maintain basic knowledge of the organization to answer basic questions.
Know facility emergency procedures, including fire and disaster drills, and follow facility policies.
Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.