Nursing Assistant - Multiple Shifts & Schedules - Immanuel Fontenelle

Overview:
Immanuel Fontenelle is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants - multiple shifts and schedules are available.This position assists frail seniors to enjoy their highest level of independence while receiving the necessary care and service to meet their changing needs. Certified Nurse Assistants/Aides assist with personal and restorative care. This position partners with other teams to assure individualized dining, environmental, social and healthcare experiences. Supports and lives out Immanuels Mission and CHRIST Promises.

Responsibilities:
Key AreasKey Responsibilities and Duties of the JobResident CareParticipates in assessments. Partners with family and team to best meet resident needs. Participates in the development and implementation of individualized care planning.Assists with personal care for an assigned group of residents.Seeks direction and reports resident change in condition. Performs clinical procedures within scope of policies, procedures and licensure requirements.Partners with dietary team to assured individualized meals and snacks. Partners with environmental team to assure clean and safe residence.Partners with recreational, pastoral and wellness teams to assure participation in resident selected activities. Administrative & ComplianceParticipates in all safety, security and infection control programs.Complies with all internal/external regulations, policies and procedures. Understanding and practice of quality standards and HIPAA regulations. Supports continuous improvement.Makes entries in the EMR consistent with and limited to the scope of job duties and applicable licensure. Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through participation in meetings, training and continuing education programs. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.OtherPerforms other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications:
Education- Certified Nurse Aide/Assistant (CNA) certificationActive member in good standing on the applicable state registry for CNA. Experience-Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Certified Nurse Aide.Other Requirements Certification in Basic Life Support and First Aid is preferred or willingness to obtain certification within 60 days of hire date required. KSA- Knowledge Skills and Abilities-Knowledge of physical, mental, spiritual, and social needs of the senior and/or frail elderly population and their families. Knowledge of Immanuel, its mission and Promises, and how those are directly correlated to the incumbents job.Skilled in effective and appropriate written communication. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with residents/participants, co-workers, family members, and vendors.Ability to prepare and administer medication and treatments accurately and timely.Ability to appropriately use equipment, facilities, and materials to do certain work.Ability to exhibit high standard of ethics, accountability and responsibility. Ability to take initiative and demonstrate personal traits of high level of motivation.Ability to work in a team environment.Ability to effectively communicate verbally; make eye contact, pleasantly greet people, and use tact and diplomacy in interactions at all levels.Ability to place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.