CNA , days - LTC

TREZEVANT EPISCOPAL HOME•Memphis, TN

4d•$14 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

the CNA Provides direct care to residents in the Allen Morgan Healthcare Center. The primary duties consist of activities of daily living, assistance with therapeutic activities programs, restorative programs, documentation as required by the community.

Requirements

Must be able to read and communicate effectively regarding job requirements and follow all assignments.
Must be able to speak effectively to residents, staff, as well as various other people and convey a positive public image.
Must be able to remain flexible with resident(s) requests and cooperate and work well with other employees and volunteers.
Must be able to structure and prioritize duties/tasks and perform in a timely manner.
Must follow all safety standards regarding residents.
Must hold TN CNA license.
Must be in good physical health.
Requires ability to stand and walk short and long distances for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lifting and/or carrying objects in excess of 50 pounds.
Requires ability to maintain proper balance while performing various tasks.

Responsibilities

The ability to determine staff needs.
Attend 12 in-service hours annually to include in-services on Infection Control, Universal Precautions, Fire and Safety; willingness to learn and be taught by others.
Maintain CNA Certification status with Tennessee Nurse Aide Registry every two (2) years.
Maintain and chart daily care records accurately
Responsible for weights, vital signs, Intake and Outputs, as assigned.
Assist residents to activities to the extent time and conditions warrant.
Answer call bells promptly and courteously - check that call bell is within reach for each resident.
Shave male residents daily.
Pass fresh ice/tap water each shift; Pass and set up food trays and feed/assist residents who cannot feed themselves; Be knowledgeable of Trezevant’s Mission, vision and values.
Report to assigned unit at scheduled time to get report from unit nurse.
Maintain care and neatness of resident units: bed making, personal clothing, and bedside table.
Give basic patient care: bathing, mouth care, shampooing and grooming of hair, clean and file nails requested and assist as needed with personal hygiene.