Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - PM Shift (2:00pm - 10:00pm) at Lutheran Homes & Health Services

Description

~PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST BE A CERTIFIED NURSES AIDE IN THE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO QUALIFY FOR THIS ROLE.

*Earn up to an additional $600 just for being a CNA!*

JOB SUMMARY:

The certified nurse aide performs person centered personal cares for the resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
• Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
• Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
• Assist residents with mobility needs, bathing, maintaining proper hygiene, dressing and toileting.
• Preparing resident rooms with necessary items like blankets, pillows, medical equipment and bathroom needs.
• Assist at resident mealtimes.
• Monitor resident daily condition and report any changes or concerns promptly to a licensed nurse.
• Daily documentation of type and frequency of cares provided to each resident prior to the end of shift.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistant.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary staff in the delivery of person centered care.
• Communicates changes in a resident’s condition to the nurse immediately and accurately.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Illuminus owns and manages a multitude of senior living communities. We make lives better for older adults. It’s at the heart of who we are. Through proven strategies, smart stewardship, and collaborative leadership, we help each organization grow and succeed in its own way to brighten the lives of others. Since 1969, we have been dedicated to serving the needs of older adults. We’ve created a caring, nurturing, faith-based community where everyone is welcome. We believe that no matter our situation, we are all the same. We are here to live with love.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. At least 16 years of age.

2. Active license as a Certified Nursing Assistant with State of WI

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with residents/patients/clients and family members / personal representatives.

2. Responsible for maintaining a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.

3. Attend training sessions, staff meetings and in-services; complete required educational units annually and obtain a minimum of 12 hrs. continuing education per year.

4. Read and adhere to resident rights agreement and report any violations immediately.

5. Treat residents, families and other staff with dignity and respect.

6. Use proper body mechanics in the performance of all tasks, maintain a safety focus.

7. Only perform tasks in which they have been trained; will not operate equipment without proper instruction.

8. Practice universal precautions and use personal protective equipment when dealing with blood and body fluids.

9. Maintain a calm composed attitude when dealing with difficult residents, families or staff.

10. Perform personal cares and mobility of residents as assigned and as directed in resident care plan.

11. Maintain confidentiality.

12. Maintain good attendance and take breaks only as assigned.

13. Work cooperatively with all disciplines.

14. Cooperate with scheduling clerk to accomplish adequate coverage for resident cares.

15. Document appropriately in the medical record and effectively utilizes electronic medical record.

16. Report to team leader prior to the end of shift.

17. Performs other similar duties, as needed.