CNA CHHA Traditions of Dedham

LCB Senior Living•Dedham, MA

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring a CNA / CHHA at Traditions of Dedham in Dedham, Massachusetts. The Resident Care Associate provides for residents’ personal care, therapeutic programming, safety, and emotional support while respecting their dignity, independence, choices, and individuality. Care is delivered according to each resident’s approved service plan. The role also involves engaging with residents and their families, visitors, coworkers, and prospective residents in support of the community’s mission and occupancy.

Requirements

Complete a certified nursing assistant course or have equivalent training or experience as required by state regulation.
Have CPR and First Aid training as mandated by the state of employment.
Hold current license or certification as required by state regulation and provide documentation to the Resident Care Director or designee.
Communicate fluently in English, both orally and in writing.
Be able to use a computer to document services provided.
Demonstrate computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including word processing, or the ability to learn data input.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience providing direct care or equivalent training.
Experience caring for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.

Responsibilities

Promote the mission and core values of the residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, coworkers, and the community.
Represent the community positively and interact with prospective residents, family members, and professionals.
Complete community and state orientation training before taking on regular duties.
Assist residents with medications in accordance with state regulations and company policies; make required records and notify the nurse as appropriate.
Engage residents in meaningful interactions, activities, and experiences, including group and individual programming.
Support residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, dining, and mobility, while encouraging independence.
Monitor changes in residents’ needs, preferences, and health status, and promptly report and document changes to the RN or designee.
Assist residents with clothing and laundry needs according to their service plans.
Assist residents with going to bed when necessary.
Help residents keep their units neat, clean, and orderly.
Respond promptly to emergency calls and residents’ needs.
Participate in ongoing in-service training and specialized or state-mandated education as required.
Escort residents to meals and activities as needed or directed.
Document scheduled and unscheduled services, incidents, behaviors, unusual events, and refusals of services; enter service information into the community’s computer tracking system.
Conduct or facilitate therapeutic group and individual programming that supports cognitive stimulation, socialization, physical activity, and spiritual connection.
Perform other duties as requested.