CNA | Memory Care | 7a-3p

Harmony Senior Services•Spring Hill, FL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The CNA/Direct Care Giver provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community. The role encourages residents to function at their highest level of independence and participate in community activities, and helps create meaningful experiences for residents. The CNA maintains working knowledge of relevant policies and procedures, supports residents during daily routines and transitions, observes and reports changes or concerns, and documents care appropriately. The position also includes housekeeping duties, responding to resident calls and emergencies, assisting with activities, and communicating with residents, families, and coworkers.

Requirements

Current CNA license from the state where the community is located, in good standing with the Board of Nursing.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
Able to contribute to the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
Polite and considerate toward residents, visitors, and coworkers.
Able to walk and stand for extended periods.
Able to lift 50 pounds and push or carry 25 pounds.
Able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
Wear the designated uniform, including a name badge, during working hours.
CPR/First Aid certified, or willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
Able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
Willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living and encourage their independence.
Conduct activities and help plan and carry out activity programs for residents.
Report resident incidents, care concerns, issues, and changes to appropriate individuals, and complete required documentation.
Perform housekeeping duties, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments, common areas, and dining rooms as directed.
Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts, remaining calm and competent during emergencies.
Follow confidentiality policies regarding the release of resident information.
Assist residents to and from the dining room and activities.
Check on residents and ensure their attendance at meals and activities.
Check on ill residents, report status or concerns to appropriate individuals, and document as needed.
Communicate verbally and in writing about resident status, community information, appointments, admissions, and transfers.
Assist new residents with their move-in transition and provide emotional support.
Record resident changes and interventions in the Daily Log and clinical record, and notify family as directed.
Attend and complete required in-services and staff meetings.
Complete other duties as assigned.