Direct Care Staff (CNA, PCA, NA) TRAINING PROVIDED IF NEEDED

RUNK & PRATT HEALTH CARE ENT INC•Lynchburg, VA

1d•$14 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Performs daily tasks, including checking vital signs and weighing residents, as set forth by the Lead RMA, Nursing Supervisor, DON, Unit Coordinator, Administrator or Designee. Contributes to the care planning process by providing specific information and observations of residents’ needs and preferences. Possesses the ability to follow complex written and oral directions and communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors. Provides resident supervision and/or assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinent care, transferring, feeding, communication, and ambulation. Assists with meal service and clean up, and encourages and documents daily nutritional intake. Fully understands all aspects of residents’ rights, including the right to be free of restraints and abuse, and is responsible for promptly reporting any incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of residents’ rights. Maintains the comfort, privacy, and dignity of residents, interacting in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring, homelike environment. Maintains confidentiality and protects personal belongings. Observes residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly reports these changes. Provides care that maintains each resident’s skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears, and other damage. Participates in mandatory periodic training to enhance skills and maintain current trends in geriatric care, including resident-centered training, cognitive impairment training, and infection control training. Provides basic First Aid and CPR when necessary and maintains current certification. Schedules are flexible and may require mandatory overtime. Uniforms must be neat and clean, and closed-toe shoes are required. Must have basic computer skills and be able to perform duties in accordance with guidelines mandated by Social Services. Must possess mature judgment skills and be able to respond to emergency situations. Attendance is required during inclement weather. Follows all infection control and facility policies & procedures and maintains appropriate & respectful conduct.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED
Hold a current and valid license as a CNA from the Virginia Board of Nursing/Department of Health Professions, without restrictions, or a direct care aid certificate.
State Police background check that is free from barrier offenses
A current Tuberculosis screening on or within 7 days prior to the first day of employment and free from Tuberculosis
The ability to obtain CPR/FA training within 60 days of hire and maintain a current certification
The ability to meet physical requirements for position
The ability to pass a drug test
Must have basic computer skills
Be of acceptable physical and mental health to carry out assigned duties
Employee must possess mature judgment skills and be able to respond to emergency situations
Attendance is required during inclement weather

Nice To Haves

TRAINING PROVIDED IF NEEDED

Responsibilities

Performs daily tasks, including checking vital signs and weighing residents.
Supports residents according to their individualized care plan.
Contributes to the care planning process by providing specific information and observations of residents’ needs and preferences.
Follows complex written and oral directions.
Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.
Provides resident supervision and/or assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinent care, transferring, feeding, communication, ambulation, and documents ADLs provided.
Assists with meal service and clean up process.
Encourages and documents daily nutritional intake.
Assists with obtaining vital signs and weights for residents.
Promptly reports incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of residents’ rights.
Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of residents.
Interacts with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring, homelike environment.
Maintains confidentiality about all aspects of residents.
Answers residents’ call bells promptly and courteously.
Provides support in any area that may arise that is above and beyond the normal expectations for this position.
Assists in maintaining a safe, neat and clean environment; reports environmental deficiencies to the appropriate staff person.
Protects the personal belongings of each resident.
Promptly reports missing items according to established policy and participates in efforts to locate missing items.
Observes residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly reports these changes.
Provides care that maintains each resident’s skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears and other damage.
Participates in mandatory periodic training to enhance their skills and maintain the current trends in geriatric care.
Provides basic First Aid and CPR when necessary and maintains current certification.
Follows infection control policies & procedures.
Follows & implements all policies & procedures of Runk and Pratt.
Maintains appropriate & respectful conduct within the workplace.