CNA - PT

OPS LIVING LLC•South Bend, IN

3d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The CNA provides hands-on, direct care to residents in accordance with regulations, company policy, and each resident’s care plan, helping maintain a safe, homelike environment. The role supports residents’ daily needs, protects their rights and confidentiality, reports changes in condition, and contributes to a welcoming community for residents, families, and employees. The CNA works with the Wellness team and other colleagues, documents resident information in the EHR, responds promptly to call bells and security systems, and follows infection control, OSHA, and workplace safety standards. The position also includes resident laundry and assigned cleaning tasks. The role requires flexibility to adapt schedules, including weekends and evenings, to support residents and meet deadlines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current CNA licensure.
Current CPR, BCLS, and First Aid certification.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to understand medical and surgical terminology.
Strong communication skills for interacting with customers in conversation and writing.
Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Office and ability to learn specific software.
Ability to establish confidence and trust, use good judgment, maintain confidentiality, and be accountable in day-to-day decision-making and problem-solving.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently and with others.
Ability to adapt the schedule to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours.
Physical ability to stand for 4 to 6 hours at a time and sit for 1 to 2 hours at a time within an 8-hour day.
Ability to support or assist up to 50 pounds frequently and 150 pounds occasionally.
Ability to lift or carry 40 pounds frequently and 70 pounds occasionally, to a height of 3 to 4 feet and for a distance of 30 yards.
Ability to perform repetitive hand use for simple grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; frequently bend, squat, kneel, climb, and reach up to 3 feet.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with seniors.
Previous experience focused on customer service.

Responsibilities

Provide resident services in accordance with care plans and direction from the Director of Health & Wellness.
Review resident care plans and provide input.
Report resident conditions to the Wellness team and document information in the EHR.
Respond promptly and appropriately to security systems and call bells, taking appropriate action and resetting call bells.
Assist residents with toileting and activities of daily living identified in care plans, and dispose of incontinence products properly.
Foster resident rights and learn residents’ preferences to recognize changes in condition.
Follow OSHA, infection control, standard precaution, universal cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards.
Handle and dispose of bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious materials, sharps, and hazardous materials using proper methods and precautions.
Report accidents immediately and follow procedures for documentation and treatment.
Attend department and community meetings, crossover meetings, and care plan meetings.
Maintain confidentiality of resident information in compliance with HIPAA, applicable regulations, and company policy.
Use good judgment in residents’ best interests, explain and educate, and resolve resident concerns in accordance with policy.
Contribute to a safe workplace by following safety policies, including those involving PPE, fire extinguishers, and SDS.
Work effectively independently and with team members, organize and complete work in a timely manner, and adjust priorities to meet business demands.
Wash resident laundry as required and complete assigned cleaning tasks.
Contribute to an environment of belonging for residents, families, and employees.