Resident Aide/ CNA

Harmony Senior Services•Martinsburg, WV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNA/Direct Care Giver provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents. The role encourages residents to maintain the highest possible level of independence and participate in community activities, while helping provide meaningful experiences. The employee must maintain working knowledge of applicable policies and procedures. The position also includes housekeeping, responding to resident calls and emergencies, supporting activity programs, accompanying residents to meals and activities, checking on residents’ well-being, and communicating and documenting resident status, incidents, changes, and interventions. The CNA/Direct Care Giver supports new residents during move-in and provides emotional support. The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. The employer states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

Possess a current CNA license from the state where the community is located and be in good standing with the Board of Nursing.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Be organized and work well with all levels of personnel.
Contribute as a member of the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
Be polite and considerate toward residents, visitors, and coworkers.
Walk and stand for extended periods.
Lift 50 pounds and push or carry 25 pounds.
Safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
Wear the designated uniform, including a name badge, during working hours.
Be CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
Represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
Be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living and encourage their independence and participation in community activities.
Conduct activities and help provide meaningful experiences for residents.
Maintain knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to the position.
Report resident incidents, care concerns, and issues to appropriate individuals and complete required documentation.
Perform housekeeping duties as directed, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments and common areas.
Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts, remaining calm and competent during emergencies.
Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
Follow confidentiality policies concerning the release of resident information.
Accompany residents to and from the dining room and activities; check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities.
Check on ill residents, report their status or concerns to appropriate individuals, and document as necessary.
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.