Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA - Hathorne Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

TITLE: Certified Nursing Assistant (OSHA Classification 1) 

FLSA: Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs routine tasks as assigned by the Charge Nurse and provides assistance to professional nursing staff in order to meet the personal needs and comfort of the resident.  Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standard of practice set forth by the facility's administration and Nursing policies and procedures.

TITLE OF SUPERVISOR: Unit Manager / LPN / RN

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES:  N/A

POSITION REQUIREMENTS - Education / Experience

C.N.A. certification as evidenced by completion of Nurse’s Aide Training Program approved in accordance with the State of Connecticut Public Health Code and a passing score on the CT Nurse’s Aide Certification Exam.

Clean ASI registry check.

Previous CNA experience desirable, but not essential.

Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment.

Must be able to cope with the mental, emotional, and physical stress of the position.

Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.

Working Conditions: Works in an appropriately lighted and ventilated environment. Is exposed to blood/body fluids.  

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required - bending, stooping, turning, stretching, and reaching above the shoulders are involved.

Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics/equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Mechanical devices are provided and are required to assist in proper lifting techniques.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Accountability

The demonstrated ability for ownership of all actions and behaviors in fulfilling job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the organization’s Mission and values. Includes attending all required and mandatory annual in-services.

Communication

The demonstrated ability to present ideas and information in a concise, effective, and interpersonally appropriate manner, through written and oral forms. Recognizes emergency situations and responds and / or communicates appropriately. Willingly discusses any problems, needs, or concerns which arise with Supervisor. 

Customer Service

The demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external customers, including but not limited to coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Effective customer service behavior is characterized by continually striving to exceed all customer expectations. Service is characterized by responsible and caring stewardship, which assures the dignity of all individuals and the effectiveness of the organization.

Teamwork

The demonstrated ability to establish effective relationships with both internal and external customers including but not limited to coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Willingly assists other personnel if requested. Teamwork is characterized by working toward a shared purpose or goal by collaboration, partnering or cooperating with others.

Trust and Respect

The demonstrated ability to be both trustworthy and trusting of others while respecting the needs of all residents, family, and coworkers. Modeling the goals and philosophies expressed in the organizations Mission and Code of Ethics. This competency is characterized by those actions and behaviors that contribute to creating an environment where all individuals are treated equitably and with dignity and who rights are respected and upheld.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

1. Understands responsibilities concerning confidentiality, safety, and accident and fire prevention.

2. Demonstrates proper techniques in relation to body mechanics.

3. Properly utilizes techniques in performing Activities of Daily Living, assisted feeding, and providing nourishments.

4. Takes vital signs and weights, records as facility instructed.

5. Understands and upholds the Resident’s Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential.

6. Follow and comply with all State and Federal regulations as well as established Personnel Policies and Procedures. 

7. Maintain all pertinent records in an accurate, timely, efficient, and confidential manner.

8. Project a professional image always.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Observes residents and reports any unusual condition, accident, or incident to nurse.

2. Assists in any accident and incident investigations.

3. Participates in informal/formal resident care meetings as requested by charge nurse and/or Supervisor.

4. Performs duties as instructed by written assignment which includes resident care to be provided i.e., activities of daily living – grooming and hygiene, transferring, ambulation, and proper body alignment, transporting to activities and scheduled appointments.

5. Assists with serving meals, feeding residents and meal documentation.

6. Maintains orderly resident rooms and assures that the call cords are safely accessible for residents.

7. Makes rounds on assigned residents at the beginning and throughout the shift.

8. Cares for clean and soiled linen.

9. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facility's administration and Nursing policies and procedures.

10. Assists in the orientation of training of new certified nursing assistants within the facility as necessary.

11. Attends CNA meetings held by DNS/ADNS.

12. Operates and maintains equipment in a safe manner. Reports any malfunctions or equipment failures in a     

 timely manner.

1. Performs other related duties and attends meetings as may be deemed necessary by Supervisor / Administrator and or Director.