GNA, Geriatric Nursing Assistant, 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am

CommuniCare•Kensington, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Kensington Healthcare Center , a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies is currently recruiting for Geriatric Nursing Assistants (GNA) to join our team. Shifts: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am Kensington is now offering New Increased Pay Rates! Now Offering Daily Pay! Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow! We offer a comprehensive benefits package: Daily Pay Tuition Reimbursement Great health plans Uniforms Company paid life insurance & much, much more PURPOSE/BELIEF STATEMENT: The position of Geriatric Nursing Assistant exists to provide routine nursing and personal care for residents to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times. This position must work effectively with team members in ensuring that work is accomplished and quality care is delivered while supporting their team members and celebrating team successes. While focusing on delivering quality resident care, the position must also manage the resources that are available to them in their job.

Requirements

High school graduate or G. E. D. equivalent
Graduate of an approved Nurse Aide Training Program or be eligible to enter such a program and graduate and pass a state test within 120 days from date of employment.

Responsibilities

Participate in and receive resident reports at start/end of shift.
Provide personal/nursing care in accordance with resident care plan.
Facilitate and conduct activities.
Monitor & respond to resident requests and needs in a dignified and respectful manner.
Maintain a clean and pleasant environment for residents.
Assist in preparing residents for various activities within and outside the center.
Ensure that all resident care is provided in a dignified and respectful manner.
Perform basic nursing care procedures for residents as required.
Create a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for residents and assure that their needs are met.
Ensure that resident’s food service needs are met in a timely and compassionate manner.
Maintain resident documentation records for activities of daily living, restorative programs, and resident specific forms.
Maintain and work within established departmental, center, and corporate policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Attend and participate in scheduled training, educational classes, and orientation programs to maintain certification and enhance quality of care.
Perform other related activities as assigned or requested.