CNA

Wingate Living•Cranston, RI

About The Position

The CNA provides personal care to residents according to written service plans. The role supports residents with hygiene, dressing, bathroom needs, meals, transportation, activities, and a safe, clean living environment. The position works a full-time rotating schedule that includes weekend rotation and starts at $19 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current CNA or Home Health Aide certification in the state of work.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in an elder care setting.

Responsibilities

Review the log book and assignment sheets for updates at the start of each shift.
Ensure residents are neat, clean, and properly clothed, and assist with bathroom and hygiene needs.
Tidy residents’ apartments and proactively assess potential safety concerns in apartments and common areas, reporting concerns to appropriate parties when needed.
Transport residents to and from activities and dining.
Provide SAMM assistance within the allotted time frame and complete accurate, timely SAMM documentation, if applicable.
Give a verbal report to the following shift at shift change.
Prepare morning coffee, serve breakfast as residents are ready, serve lunch and dinner, and assist with setting tables.
Encourage residents to participate in mealtimes and assist with plate and utensil orientation.
Clean up after meals, load and empty the dishwasher, clean and disinfect tables and counters, and launder napkins and dish towels.
Provide one-on-one support when needed to engage residents in activities or provide a quiet space to help calm residents.
Facilitate and assist with activity programming.
Apply an excellent customer-service approach in all aspects of the job.
Work with residents and families to develop and implement strategies that promote person-centered care.
Perform additional duties as assigned.