CNA (PRN) - Skilled Nursing and Rehab

Company: Wesleyan Homes
Location: Georgetown
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

The Wesleyan is hiring and we are looking for passionate, caring, and energetic individuals like YOU! In seeking to fulfill our life mission, our guiding principles are clear - the community we serve and those we serve with are valuable. As a part of The Wesleyan, you will have a unique opportunity to share our vision and mission of assisting those in need with an organization abundant in opportunity for growth.We are currently looking for a CNA to work PRN (as needed) within our Skilled Nursing and Rehab Community at The Wesleyan. As a CNA at The Wesleyan, you will be an integral part of a mission and values-based organization that provides endless opportunities for career growth.Essential Job Functions:

• Perform all Nursing Aide procedures as directed in accordance with job description and instructions from Charge Nurse.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Follow resident rights policies at all times.
• Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.
• Conduct resident rounds as assigned with oncoming or outgoing shift.
• Ensure residents have their call lights in reach. Answer call lights promptly.
• Be responsible for residents under your supervision.
• Identify resident problems and report them immediately to a licensed nurse.
• Report changes in resident condition to charge nurse or nurse supervisor.
• Report any unusual symptoms (temperature, rash, etc.) to charge nurse within the shift they occur.
• Report any accidents or incidents to Charge Nurse (falls, etc.) within the shift they occur.
• Report incidents and/or unusual problems within the shift it occurs.
• Complete assignments timely, completely and accurately within the shift.
• Deliver direct care to residents, providing rehabilitative care when directed and necessary and render care in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan.
• Assist residents with bathing, oral care, dressing/undressing, toileting, perineal care, catheter care, grooming, eating and checking vital signs.
• Check residents every 2 hours for toileting or incontinent care.
• Strip bed, change linens and make beds on shower days and as needed.
• Perform light housekeeping chores in order to keep the residents' room and unit within the standards of neatness and cleanliness required by the Nursing Home and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure residents are given adequate assistance with meals, nourishment and transportation to meal service area.
• Supervise and assist residents with prescribed meals as needed and feed residents who cannot feed themselves.
• Must be able to deal with possible agitated and confused residents that at times can become physically aggressive.
• Encourage and motivate resident to participate in recreational, occupational, and physical therapy to promote activity of mind and body and other activities of daily living.
• Record accurately and timely, the care provided to the resident.
• Must be able to deal in a professional manner with coworkers, residents, resident family members, visitors, etc.
• Listen to resident and family complaints and report to charge nurse.
• Identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action.
• Observe infection control procedures relating to nursing.
• Participate in in-service classes as assigned and complete 12 hours in-service as designed by federal regulations.
• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, nurses, other nursing assistants, physicians, nurse practitioners, families, administration, consultant personnel and ancillary service providers.Qualifications & Experience:
  • Must possess current Nurse Aide Certificate from Texas Department of Health and must keep Certificate current.
  • Must have a service-minded approach to all aspects of the job.
  • Must have a passion for working within a senior living community, preferably in a skilled nursing facility.
  • Alignment with and enthusiasm about The Wesleyan's culture and core values.
    
    The Wesleyan's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy: All new hires for this position within our Skilled Nursing and Rehab community will be required to provide proof of receipt of an approved COVID-19 vaccine.The Wesleyan is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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