CRMA -Per Diem

Avita of Wells•Wells, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us in making sure our residents are well-taken care of by providing essential assistance in their daily activities. Your role as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) involves tasks like helping with personal care, serving meals, managing laundry, having meaningful conversations, and addressing resident needs promptly. For the CRMA role, responsibilities include the administration of certain medications to residents as prescribed by their licensed care providers under the direction of the Executive Director, Director of Nursing (or their designee) in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policy. This position may also entail other nursing directed activities including provision of personal care services, assistance, support, and supervision for residents, and other designated duties assigned by their supervisor. This is an essential personnel position, and staff are expected to be at work as scheduled despite weather or catastrophic events.

Requirements

Successful completion of state competency exam for CNA certification.
Ability to move and assist residents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Genuine care and empathy for residents' well-being.
Accurate recording of resident information and vital signs.
Work well with healthcare professionals as part of Wellness team.
Follow ethical standards and keep resident information private.
Criminal Background Screening is required.

Responsibilities

Help residents with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Serve meals and make sure residents get the right nutrition, following dietary guidelines and preferences.
Manage laundry efficiently to keep things clean and comfortable for residents.
Address residents' needs quickly and with empathy, showing attentive care.
Work with other care professionals to keep the care team effective.
Write down observations and updates on residents' conditions to keep accurate records.
Follow safety rules and infection control measures to keep residents healthy.
Take part in training and education to keep improving caregiving skills.