CNA

Bell Socialization Services•York, PA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant is a key individual responsible for monitoring and reporting changes in the individuals’ condition to the LPN, assisting the LPN in maintaining accurate patient records, monitoring vital signs, helping the LPN with tasks, and offer support for people so they can live where they wish in the community, live a quality life and be as independent as possible. The CNA or CMA is responsible for assisting the LPN in ensuring the health and wellbeing of the individuals that Bell Socialization Services serve within the Residential Department. This includes but is not limited to helping the LPN review medical paperwork, monitoring all individuals at least monthly, and attending appointments and meetings as needed. In addition, the CNA or CMA, will assist the LPN in conjunction with other management staff, ensuring that all Residential Group homes maintain consistent compliance with all applicable state regulations set forth by the Office of Developmental Programs. Because of the nature of this Agency, it is essential that the CNA or CMA believe in the philosophy of the Agency as well as support the procedures that are viable and essential to the individuals’ health needs.

Requirements

HS diploma/GED
Current state-issued certificate
Two (2) years professional experience
Proficient understanding of medical terminology
Strong organizational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to complete physical and PPD tests
Must be at least 21 years old
Possess valid driver’s license
Insurable driving record
Reliable transportation
Current physical and Mantoux (TB) test required
PA State Police background check, Act 33 and/or FBI clearances

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

Monitoring and reporting changes in the individuals’ condition to the LPN.
Assisting the LPN in maintaining accurate patient records.
Monitoring vital signs.
Helping the LPN with tasks.
Offering support for people so they can live where they wish in the community, live a quality life and be as independent as possible.
Assisting the LPN in ensuring the health and wellbeing of the individuals served within the Residential Department.
Reviewing medical paperwork.
Monitoring all individuals at least monthly.
Attending appointments and meetings as needed.
Assisting the LPN in conjunction with other management staff, ensuring that all Residential Group homes maintain consistent compliance with all applicable state regulations set forth by the Office of Developmental Programs.
Believing in the philosophy of the Agency and supporting the procedures that are viable and essential to the individuals’ health needs.
Promptly reporting all safety issues and concerns to the LPN and/or appropriate office staff.
Monitoring the sites to ensure the programs are operating in a safe manner.
Providing support for the RPS’s and DSP’s to maximize safety.
Ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of the individuals served.
Reporting to the Director of Services, Assistant Director of Services, and LPN.
Assessing the individual(s) safety needs and providing services and supports that will maximize their safety.
Administering insulin as needed when staff who are trained through WellSpan Diabetes Center are not available.
Assisting the LPN train staff to administer non-oral medications to ensure proper administration techniques are being utilized in coordination with the Training Coordinator.
Checking monthly medication cycle refills along with other office staff to ensure accuracy and that all medication is delivered as specified.
Ensuring that the Medication Administration Record is accurate and matches the labels on medications sent for the month.
Assisting the LPN to ensure all staff that work with an individual are trained in any new diagnoses or medications (side effects) that individual receives.
Becoming a Certified Investigator under ODP guidelines as classes become available and maintaining certification.
Getting to know each individual to identify their needs and determine what type of assistance is necessary to support the individual in their home.
Working with the LPN, Training Coordinator, and Program Coordinators to ensure that all individuals’ health needs are being met.
Monitoring each individual face to face on a monthly basis- blood pressure, pulse, foot checks, and weight.
Monitoring all adaptive equipment on a monthly basis to ensure good repair and working condition.
Accurately keeping track of inventory including medical supplies and equipment to prevent shortages and delays in care helping to promote safety of staff and individuals.
Attending Medical appointments with the individual and staff as needed.
Encouraging individuals to express their medical concerns and needs.
Representing Bell in a professional manner.
Acting as an integral member of the Management Team.
Keeping individuals, staff, case management, families, Director of Services and other identified stakeholders informed of health issues.
Processing written communication for various internal departments in a timely and accurate fashion as determined by the department.
Interacting professionally and positively with others- this includes the individual, family, personnel from other agencies, medical personnel, staff in the homes, and coworkers.
Assisting the LPN with informing staff, supervisors, and management of significant information.
Ensuring that any incidents reported to the CNA or CMA are reported to the Incident Manager in accordance with state regulations.
Assisting the LPN with providing staff members the necessary training and information needed to successfully carry out their duties.
Carrying out the directives of the Director of Services, Assistance Director of Services, and LPN.
Assisting the LPN with keeping medical documentation filed and up to date.
Being knowledgeable and informed on all applicable State Regulations, Bulletins, and Health Alerts.
Monitoring multiple individuals with regards to compliance with these regulations.
Assisting the LPN with reviewing monthly medical appointments for accuracy in documentation of all appointments and follow up visits.
Assisting the LPN with reviewing monthly medication reviews and MAR’s for accuracy in documentation of medications, for appropriate documentation of medication errors, and for all necessary signatures.
Maintaining a current Pennsylvania Certification as a CNA or CMA.
Assisting the LPN with reviewing all monthly medical paperwork to ensure that all forms are complete and correct and that all needs documented have been fulfilled.
Being knowledgeable with Bell’s Policy and Procedure Manual as well as philosophical beliefs.
Monitoring program sites to ensure services provided are consistent with policies, procedures and philosophies of the Agency.
Refraining from wearing a uniform.
Encouraging independence for individuals with medications.
Involving individuals in their medical needs.
Attending training to develop skills and knowledge.
Assisting the LPN with coordinating training for staff personnel as needed.
Encouraging involvement of individuals’ families.
Supporting individual’s choices.
Participating in department meetings.
Supporting other programs in the Intellectual Disability Department.
Functioning as part of Bell’s management team.
Functioning as part of a team within the Residential ID Department.
Gaining 24 hours of training each year.
Changing schedule as needed to meet individual needs.
Performing other tasks as assigned by LPN, ADOS, or DOS.
Attending meetings as requested.