Certified Nursing Assistant - LTC
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Job Title: LTC Certified Nurse AssistantDepartment: LTC Nursing ServicePART I: POSITION OVERVIEWPosition Summary:The certified nursing assistant in long term care assists in the provision of nursing care of the residents as directed by the CHARGE NURSE/LPN charge nurse. Care skills include but are not limited to: comfort and safety measures, personal hygiene, assisting with activities of daily living, and simple nursing procedures. When students are providing resident care, treatment, and or services as part of their training. Any or all employees may be asked to work and supervise the students.Employees under the age of 18 will be prohibited from operating patient lifts or hoists. The employee who is under age 18 may participate in patient/resident positioning and stabilization during application/removal of the sling, harness or belt to the lift by another staff member. He/She may also propel the lift from one location to another so long as the employee under the age of 18 is not the person operating the lift controls.Education/Experience:High school diploma or equivalent desired.Required Credentials (Licensure, Certification, or Registration):Certification from a state approved program for nursing assistant, or completion of in house certification program by the end of four months of employment.Employment Variables:Scheduled work hours may vary. Required to rotate weekends and holidays. Occasionally may need to work beyond normal working hours. Initial Tuberculosis (TB) test and drug screening is required by Winner Regional Health. Rubella titer will also be drawn upon hire and immunization is required if no past exposure or indication of immunization.Required to wear name tag provided by WRH and to follow the dress code of WRH.Job Knowledge and Skills:Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Ability to deal with people in a professional manner.Direct Supervisor:Director of NursingPART II: CODE OF CONDUCTFunctionExplanationHonestyWe will do the right thing at all times, even if it is difficult, maintaining strong, ethical practices. We protect the confidentiality of others, including patients, staff and the facility as a whole. We will take responsibility for our actionsExpertiseWe will demonstrate superior judgment, training and skill, at all times, demonstrating professionalism while doing so. We will perform all aspects of our job to the best of our ability, utilizing all resources and tools available.ApproachabilityWe will be non-judgmental, friendly, and open and willing to listen to everyone we come into contact with while performing our duties. We are humble and learn from others.RespectWe will be understanding and sensitive to others' feelings; caring and responding in a manner that sets them at ease, keeping the situation in perspective without minimizing others' feelings or reactions. We will listen to others with full attention in a sincere, civil fashion, being careful not to be judgmental of the speaker. We maintain composure when facing conflict and avoid jumping to conclusions and defaming another's name.TeamworkWe willingly work together with a common approach, trusting and supporting members of our organization, using our skills and resources, sharing information to achieve a common aim.PART III: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSEssential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions for which the person in the job is held accountable. Following are the essential functions of the job, along with the corresponding performance standards.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides timely and proper notification for absences and paid personal leave. Finds a replacement when necessary. No unexcused absences or excessive tardiness. Knows emergency procedures for fire, internal/external disaster plans, codes, etc. and participates in drills. Verbally supportive of Winner Regional Health and the Sanford Health Network. Participates on committees and/or is involved in special projects of Winner Regional Health. Provides for patient, resident, employee, and visitor safety through preventative measures. Identifies hazards and reports incidents. Utilizes and adheres to appropriate precautions/techniques with hazardous chemicals, blood and body fluids, medical waste and/or equipment. Satisfactory attendance at department meetings (50% attendance meets expectations). Is cross-trained to other areas/positions/departments to provide assistance when needed.Clinical CompetencyDemonstrates operating knowledge of equipment and supplies necessary to perform assigned duties. Demonstrates appropriate aseptic and hygiene techniques to prevent the spread of infection to resident, self and others. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care. Assists Charge nurses and Physicians with assessments, examinations and treatments.Resident Care FunctionsAssists in development and implementation of resident plan of care including personal hygiene, nutrition, and elimination. Observes residents for reactions to treatments or any unusual conditions and records or reports adverse conditions to the Charge nurse.Ancillary ActivitiesOrders late trays and snacks from dietary. Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment. Monitors supplies and equipment and orders through WRH as needed.Resident & Work SafetyDemonstrates appropriate lifting, repositioning, proper use of restraints, and moving of residents and equipment. Maintains good hand washing practices before and after resident care. Reports resident concerns, c/o pain and abnormal vital signs to the charge nurse. Promotes a safe and hazard free resident care environment.Working With DelegationWillingly accepts from charge nurses the delegation of tasks that are within the job description and own competence level. Consistently seeks clarity and/or direction from charge nurse when tasks or assignments are unclear, outside job description, or outside the competency level. Seeks appropriate assistance when needed from healthcare team members to ensure the safe administration of resident. Consistently provides charge nurse with feedback regarding outcomes from delegated tasks (i.e., VS, pain assessment, and activity). Demonstrates appropriate independence/interdependence in the provision and documentation of resident care.PART IV: COMPLIANCEComplianceMust comply with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct relating to the position. The employee has a duty to report any suspected violations of the law or the standards of conduct the Compliance Officer or the Chief Executive Officer.PART V: PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTSGeneral ActivityIn a regular workday, employee may:Sit1/2Hours at a time; up to1-1.5Hours during the dayStand1/2Hours at a time; up to3-4.5Hours during the dayWalk2Hours at a time; up to4-6Hours during the dayMotionEmployee is required: (In terms of a regular workday, Occasionally equals 1% to 33%, Frequently 34% to 66%, Continuously , greater than 67 %.)Bend/StoopOccasionallyKneel, Duration 30 secSquatBalanceCrawl, DistanceOccasionallyTwistClimb, HeightKeyboarding/MousingReach above shoulder levelPhysical DemandEmployee's job requires he/she carry and lift loads from the floor, from 12 inches from the floor, to shoulder height and overhead. Employee's job requires a pushing/pulling force to move a load (not the weight of the load).Physical Demand Classification:Carrying/lifting weight and pushing/pulling force:Occasionally50 lbsFrequently25 lbs.ConstantlySensory Requirements:Yes/NoExplanation (if Yes)SpeechExpressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.Must be able to interact with residents, families and co-workersVision (VDT)Are there specific vision requirements for the job?Must be able to read meal cards, jot sheets, etc.HearingAbility to receive detailed information through oral communications, and to make fine discriminations in sound; i.e., making fine adjustments on machine parts, using a telephone, taking blood pressures.As statedSmellMust be able to smellYesTo identify odors related to infectionsEnvironmental FactorsYes/NoExplanation (if Yes)Working on unprotected heightsBeing around moving machineryExposure to marked changes in temperature and humidityYesAssists in transporting residents to appointments and activities.Driving automotive equipmentWearing personal protective equipmentExposure to atmospheric conditions (i.e. fumes, dust, odors, mists, gases, or poor ventilation)NoExposure to extreme noise or vibrationNoExposure to blood, body fluids and wasteYesResidentsExposure to radiationExposure to other hazards (i.e. mechanical, electrical, burns, or explosives)Emotional/Psychological FactorsYes/NoExplanation (if Yes)Stress: Exposed to stressful situationsMay be involved in critical situations involving residents, families or others.Concentration: Must be able to concentrate on work tasks amidst distractions.As stated above.Must exert self-control.Must maintain calm at all times even when others cannot.PART VI: JOB RELATIONSHIPSSupervisesNo supervisory responsibilitiesSupervisory responsibility# Direct Reports:# Indirect Reports:Age of Patient Populations ServedNeonates: 1-30 daysInfant: 30 days - 1 yrChildren: 1- 12 yrsAdolescents: 13- 18 yrsAdults: 19- 70 yrsGeriatrics: 70+ yrsAllNot applicableInternal ContactsResidentsProviders: (i.e. Physicians, Therapists, Social Workers)Staff: (i.e. clinical and administrative support staff)VolunteersOthers:External ContactsResidentsFamilies/Significant OthersProvidersVendorsCommunity and Health AgenciesRegulatory agenciesOther: Job ApplicantsSalary DescriptionCertified starting at $18.00 per hour