Responsibility

Summary:

Under the direction of the licensed nursing personnel, performs direct and indirect designated resident care within the scope of practice as defined by the certification.

Essential Job Functions:

Resident's ADL's needs are met as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with policies and procedures within a safe and comfortable environment; including hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence/catheter care, elimination/toileting needs, turning/positioning, skin care, etc. Documentation completed per protocol. 

Resident's environment and safety to be maintained as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with policies and procedures; including answering call lights and alarms promptly, provision of safety mats and low beds, restraint use under the direction of Nursing, maintaining cleanliness of unit, behavior and fall prevention, appropriate use of and monitoring for malfunctioning equipment, etc. Documentation completed per protocol. 

Resident's nutritional needs will be met as outlined in the plan of care and in accordance with policies and procedures; including meal delivery, tray preparation, adaptive equipment, feeding, nourishments, etc. Resident's preferences and choices shall be honored. Documentation completed per protocol. 

Resident's rehabilitative (restorative and maintenance) needs are met as outlined in plan of care and in accordance with policies and procedures; including range of motion, ambulation, transfers, proper body alignment and use of assistive devices. Documentation completed per protocol 

Resident's rights, refusals, and concerns are reported to Charge and/or Supervising Nurse in a timely fashion in accordance with policies and procedures. Changes in resident physical, emotional and psychosocial status are identified and reported to Charge Nurse promptly. 

Education:

Minimum: None

Preferred:  High school degree or equivalent

License/

Certifications:

Minimum Certification:  Current New York State Nurse Aide Certification. BLS required through RQI during clinical orientation

Experience:

Minimum:

Preferred:  Prior Nursing Assistant and/or LTC experience

Other:

Minimum: Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.  Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.  Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills.

Preferred :