PRN CNAs (Ephrata Manor)

United Church of Christ Homes•Ephrata, PA

6d•$24 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Ephrata Manor is currently adding experienced PRN CNAs to its Skilled Nursing Team! Ideal candidates will have at least one year of long-term care experience, PA CNA Certification, and availability to work AT LEAST TWO SHIFTS/PER WEEK. Two weekend shifts (Fri/Sat/Sun) are also required to maintain active status on the PRN Pool.

Requirements

At least one year of long-term care experience
PA CNA Certification
Availability to work at least two shifts per week
Availability to work two weekend shifts (Fri/Sat/Sun) per week
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination
Must be able to relate to and work with persons who exhibit emotional instability, confusion, or at times, hostility
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and be able to carry such weight a minimum distance of 25 feet
Using a mechanical device, must regularly be able to push, pull, or move weight in excess of 100 pounds a distance of 300 feet
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

Responsibilities

Performing assigned tasks as instructed by supervisors and as outlined in resident care plans
Assisting with resident activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, ambulating, feeding, etc.
Participating in giving and receiving nursing reports during shift change
Following incontinent care protocols and providing assistance
Transporting resident to and from appointments, activities, and social programs
Turning, moving, and transferring residents into and out of beds, chairs, tubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
Positioning residents in correct and comfortable positions every two hours and as required
Encouraging resident to achieve their maximum level of functioning
Performing restorative and rehabilitative procedures per the care plan including range of motion, ambulation, etc.
Measuring and recording vital signs including temperature, pulse, weight, blood pressure, and respirations
Answering resident calls promptly and ensuring that those who are unable to call for assistance are monitored frequently
Checking all assigned residents on a regular basis to ensure that care needs are being met
Assisting in the care of residents who pass away
Observing and reporting changes in residents' condition or behavior patterns
Observe and report presence of skin breakdown and injuries
Maintaining a clean, orderly, comfortable environment
Complying with all standard precautions and infection control guidelines
Maintaining a safe environment for residents and other staff
Ensuring resident rights are protected
Comply with all federal and state regulations and United Church of Christ Homes' policies regarding the care of residents