Nurse Aide Trainee Valley Health Services

Bassett Healthcare Network • Herkimer, NY

87d • $15 - $15

About The Position

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• Minimum 1 year previous long term care experience.
• Skills: Accountability, Communication, Multi-Tasking, Patience, Responsibility, Time Management.

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete classroom training and clinical studies to pass the NYS Nurse Aide Training test to become a Certified Nurse Aide.
• Support the philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Home and the Nursing Department in performance of care as a member of the team.
• Provide care to residents assigned solely under the supervision of the NATP Coordinator/Clinical Supervisor.
• Assist in maintenance of care standards.
• Carry out assigned tasks in the admission of the resident to new environment and give care as directed.
• Contribute to resident teaching by performance of procedures as instructed and observe new procedures.
• Recognize and report to charge nurse signs and symptoms denoting change in resident's condition.
• Acknowledge resident's request and provide the requested service or relay the request to another more appropriate staff member.
• Discuss problems of performance concerning nursing care with charge nurse.
• Treat residents and co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Participate in In-service programs, resident care conferences and staff meetings as assigned.
• Assist in maintenance of environment conducive to providing quality care.
• Assist in observing effectiveness of care as assigned.
• Assist in maintenance of a system for communication for nursing information for each resident.
• Participate in nursing reports and daily conferences by reporting nursing care data to nurse in charge.
• Use Comprehensive Care Plan in carrying out assignment.
• Follow written assignments to provide continuity of care.
• Understand the functions of the other persons involved in care of resident.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Document on the Daily Care Assessment, the treatment sheet, weight and vital signs sheets, and report Intake and Output information to the LPN when applicable.
• Foster a cooperative effort among other staff members in all departments.
• Transport residents to other departments and on the nursing units as needs arise.
• Understand functions of other staff members.
• Respect individual for ability, knowledge and skills.
• Utilize opportunities to promote better understanding of working relationships when in contact with residents, families, visitors, Nursing personnel, Medical staff and other health disciplines.
• Support Personnel policies.
• Recommend changes to nurse in charge.
• Assume responsibility to keep self informed.
• Report any personnel problems to charge nurse.
• Support new Nursing Home programs and policies.
• Attend no less than 6 hours of compensated in-service education in every six (6) month period.
• May be required to work on other shifts and units, as needed.
• May be required to perform other related duties, as needed.
• Follow established Infection Control procedures.
• Attend all required in-services and follow all department and facility policies and procedures including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all pertinent resident care and employee information and follow HIPAA and HIV regulations.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED