CNA - SNF at ST JOHN OF GOD RETIREMENT AND CARE CENTER

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care, Confidentiality, Communication, First Aid, Data Entry, Nursing Procedures, Resident Support, Safety Procedures, Teamwork, Documentation, Cultural Sensitivity, Physical Assistance, Equipment Handling, Grooming Assistance, Emergency Response

Industry

Description

Job Details Job Location: 2468 S ST ANDREWS PLACE - LOS ANGELES, CA 90018 Salary Range: $21.00 - $24.00 Hourly Job Description Position Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Department SNF Nursing Reports To LVN Charge Nurse FLSA Status Non-exempt Prepared By Human Resources Prepare Date January 2015 Revised Date August 2019 Job Summary Under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse, the CNA performs tasks that involve specific services for residents which are supportive and complimentary of Nursing practice. Mission and Values Demonstrates the competencies to fulfill the Mission and values of St. John of God Ministry, which are the foundation of all activities performed by every employee Mission We are here to extend the healing mission of Jesus through the Hospitality of St. John of God by continually improving the health and quality of life of the people we serve Core Values Hospitality Creates an environment where people can feel welcomed, comfortable, understood, esteemed and loves Respect Recognizes the richness of God’s gifts and His presences in every person regardless of age, situation in life, culture or religion Quality Works toward creating centers of excellence and service fostering continuous improvement in the quality of service Responsibility Encourages cooperation as a way of promoting standards of competence, efficiency and accountability as we carry out our duties in the Mission Essential Functions Provides a suitable environment for the residents by giving attention to cleanliness, ventilation, lighting and furniture arrangements Assists residents to ensure their cleanliness, grooming, nourishment, rest, activity and elimination in a manner conducive to the resident’s comfort and safety Utilizes the proper technique and equipment to transfer residents Preserves the dignity and self-respect of all residents at all times Practices confidentiality about the resident’s nursing care activities Promotes restorative nursing care as directed and instructed for individual residents Keeps alert to the resident’s condition and reports to the Charge Nurse, changes in the resident’s attitude, appearance, behavior, and physical ability Performs certain nursing procedures which do not require professional evaluation as assigned and instructed by the Charge Nurse Practices conservation of equipment and supplies, keeping them clean and ready for use, reports any equipment and supply needs to the Charge Nurse Practices first aid measures as applicable and as instructed by the Charge Nurse Promptly answers call signals/lights Transports residents as needed throughout the facility Assists residents as needed throughout the facility Recognizes and respects the resident’s individual emotional, social, and cultural needs, including their religious beliefs Keeps written notes of specific assignments and records pertinent information about the residents Competent and accurate PC and Data Entry needed on our system, safe and correct log in practices are vital, knowledge of the PCC system must be proficient in level after brief training and orientation 17. Completes all documentation properly Additional Responsibilities & Duties Attends required in-services and safety meetings Implements the knowledge learned from in-services and safety meetings Performs other duties as assigned Follows organizational and departmental procedures Information Management Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with confidentiality and security Risk Management Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations Qualifications Physical Demands & Working Conditions Needs to walk a minimum 500 feet at a time, several times a day, must be able to walk up and down stairs in event of power/elevator outage or emergency and assist residents in doing the same Lift up to 50 lbs.: Occasionally to carry medical charts, supplies and resident’s personal items, e.g. clothing and food items; Occasionally when lifting soiled bed linens; occasionally to frequently when assisting an ambulatory resident in bathing or dressing Reach above shoulder height: Rarely, occurs when reaching for medical records or supplies located on shelves Reach at shoulder height: Frequently may occur while assisting resident in eating, when changing bed linens and when taking vital signs Reach below shoulder height: Frequently occurs while assisting residents with peri-care and bathing Push/Pull: Occasionally may be required to push a laundry cart which rolls easily across tile or carpeted floor Grasping: Frequently grasping while transferring resident Handling: Constantly handling residents’ personal items, blood pressure gauge, thermometer and eating utensils Fingering: Occasionally occurs while documenting residents’ medical chart Twisting: Occasionally may occur while transferring resident Bending: Occasionally occurs while taking vital signs, assisting resident in bathing, providing peri- care, etc. Squatting: Occasionally may occur while bathing resident, also required when putting on shoes and socks of residents, and also when making eye-to-eye contact while talking if resident is in a wheelchair Kneeling: Occasionally may occur while bathing resident Crouching: Required when putting on shoes and socks of resident, and also when making eye-to-eye contact while talking to resident in a wheelchair During an eight-hour day employee is required to sit for one hour, stand for four hours and walk for three hours Must follow all safety measures and procedures Must follow the dress code policy Required Qualifications Graduation from eighth grade is acceptable, graduation from High School or equivalent is preferred Current CNA Certificate Current CPR Certificate Some training and experience in basic nursing procedures Additional Requirements Must keep all required certificates and/or licenses current Must be competent to use, maintain, and operate PC equipment, kisoks, PCC/POC system, nursing dept. software, type or use equipment at a reasonably adequate level for this campus Maintain HIPAA regulations strictly in all interactions Ability to carry out directions or instructions in English, ability to communicate in English Ability to record messages and keep simple records Demonstrates good character and continuing reputation of personal integrity Able to adequately perform the physical requirements of the position

Responsibilities

The CNA provides supportive services for residents under the supervision of the Charge Nurse, ensuring their cleanliness, comfort, and safety. They also monitor residents' conditions and assist with various nursing procedures as directed.