CNA-1 Part-time (formerly GNA)

North Oaks Communities•Pikesville, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

North Oaks Communities LLC is seeking a CNA-1 (formerly known as GNA) who wants to make a difference in the lives of seniors every day. At our premier retirement community, we offer a home-like environment where we treat everyone with respect and dignity. Hospitality is at the heart of what we do. The CNA-1 assists the licensed nursing staff by performing routine nursing duties and assisting residents in activities of daily living.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Board-approved nursing assistant competency evaluation, of a Maryland Board-approved nursing assistant training program or acute care nursing assistant training program that meets the curriculum approved by the Board, including passing the Maryland Board-approved nursing assistant competency evaluation.
Registration as a CNA-1 with the State of Maryland Board of Nursing registry in good standing.
Current CPR certification with a hands-on component.
First Aid certification required or ability to complete certification upon hire.
Basic computer skills.
Possess a positive and professional attitude.
Ability to work well in a team-orientated environment.
Ability to remain calm and patient when dealing with residents.
Ability to listen attentively is essential.
Ability to problem solve and work well under pressure.
A willingness to navigate changes in assignments.
Ability to show empathy and compassion while interacting with residents.
Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic.
Ability to document care given.
Compliance with North Oaks Immunization requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior long term care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists residents with personal care, including but not limited to dressing, grooming, shaving, incontinent care, oral care, eating, bathing, positioning, turning, toileting, exercising, ambulating, and other basic needs.
Performs vital signs as directed.
Observes and reports changes in resident’s behavior, emotional state, or physical condition.
Provide companionship to residents as needed.
Ensure the safety of residents.
Provides direct resident care in accordance with nursing standards and facility protocols.
Accurately and timely documents services provided in EMR/HER systems and according to facility protocol.
Gives treatments, performs tests, carries out procedures and collects specimens as instructed.
Reports and records observations and results of treatments, tests, procedures and specimens when indicated.
Transfers, transports, and escorts residents as needed.
Assists with activities as planned and/or directed.
Responds to call lights and emergencies in a timely manner.
Changes bed linens, makes beds and keeps rooms clean and orderly.
Makes careful and efficient use of supplies, linen, and equipment.
Observes infection control and consistently practices standard and transmission-based precautions.
Maintains a clean and safe resident unit.
Observes all safety rules and regulations.
HIPAA Compliance – follows written policies and procedures to ensure confidentiality of protected health information.
OIG Compliance – follows written policies and procedures to comply with the federal and state laws and regulations.
Interacts with residents and coworkers in a friendly and respectful manner.
Completes other duties and projects as assigned.
Maintains safe and sanitary workstations and equipment.
Encourages independence of residents, attendance at activities, restorative programs and rehabilitation.
Attends in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Holiday pay when working on the holiday
Sick Leave (when working 24 hours or more every two weeks)
401K for employees 18 years of age or older
Meal Subsidy
Lyft/transportation service from public transport
Employee Assistance Plan
Free Parking
Onsite café
Employee referral bonus
Company discount program
Paid Orientation
Voluntary insurances such as Short-Term Disability, Life insurance, Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness (for positions scheduled for 20 or more hours per week)