Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) day, evening, night 8 hour shifts , no weekends **New Pay Scale**

Certified Nursing TechnicianThe Certified Nursing Technician (CNT) provides direct patient care including assisting in activities of daily living, bathing, dressing, and feeding of patients, assists the RN / LPN, and reports all changes in the resident's condition to the Charge Nurse.Humphreys County Nursing Home provides multiple levels of care and services to its residents, through a continuing care plan, in an attractive surrounding while offering an array of personal services and activities.Essential Functions & Responsibilities:Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills to coordinate and organize assigned workMaintains and arranges residents room in a clean and orderly fashion as requiredDemonstrates competence in care of specimens and accurately handles specimens at all timesNotifies appropriate staff when resident complains of pain 100% of the timeComplies with policy changes expeditiously and reports any problems 100% of the timeAdapts procedures to meet adult and geriatric residents' needs 100% of the timeAssists in keeping residents dry (i.e. changes gown, clothing, linen when bed becomes wet or soiledEnsures confidentiality of all non-public information and meets any HIPAA requirementsAccurately completes baths, oral hygiene, nail care, foot care, skin care, pressure relief device, feeding and transferringCarries out medical asepsis during treatments / procedures 100 % of timeChecks all equipment / instruments needed, prior to each procedure, to ensure proper functioningMaintains correct and professional communications with the public, residents, employees and other agencies, reflecting the mission of the facilityUses correct technique when lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, and lifts according to facility expectationsChecks each resident at least every two hours or more as requested by the Charge Nurse, to ensure that his / her personal care needs are being met and respond to resident calls, as requested by a residentAssists residents with bowel and bladder functionsDemonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills to function as a Certified Nurse AideTakes accurate vital signs 100% of time as instructed and records in Vital Stats section of LTCRecords activities of daily living correctly 100% of time in LTCPositions residents in bed with proper alignmentMaintains resident's dignity (i.e. knocks on door prior to entry of room, uses privacy curtains for bathing and doing procedure 100% of timeDocuments and reports all non-functioning equipment and unsafe conditions, immediate to supervisor 100% of the timeAnticipates the needs of assigned residents i.e. clean water, clean linens, bathroom needs, and ambulationKeeps supervisor informed of critical events and/or situations of possible negative outcomesPerforms all procedures according to approved facility policy and proceduresKeeps current on skills and knowledge of assigned areas of responsibilitiesMonitors bowel movements of each assigned resident each day of work 100% of time and records in LTC accurately and timely 100%Assist with new resident admissions correctly and timely 100% of the timeResponses to the physical, mental, social and emotional needs of terminally residents and their familiesObserves and reports to the Charge Nurse the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdowns to prevent decubitus ulcersInteracts with co-workers, physicians, residents and all other customers in a manner which encourages harmonious working relationships, enhances the image and reputation of the facility and promotes positive customer relationsSupports the facility's mission statement by dependability in attendance, punctuality, maintaining confidentiality, the timely completion of assignments, and attention to principles of professional ethics and quality serviceHas a commitment to professional and personal growth through development of skills and knowledge, as well as improvement in the facility's performanceEnsures the rights, dignity and confidentiality of all residents is maintainedDemonstrates an understanding of the federal and state regulationsCan answer questions correctly when asked concerning expectations of Nurse AideSupports cultural practices so long as it does not harm othersDetermines critical and non-critical aspects of a situation accuratelyRecognizes when to consult with the supervisor for assistanceReports all accidents and incidents observed on the shift that they occur 100 % of timeTreats residents and their families with respect, dignity and compassionAssists with emergency situations when neededCompletes the annual skills inventory checklist successfully each yearAll other duties as assigned by the Director of NursingSupervision & Leadership:Receives guidance with respect to general objectives in the majority of tasks and projects assigned, determine methods, work sequence, and how to achieve objectives of assignments; operates within specific policy guidelines.Education & Experience:Prefer six months previous experience Knowledge and experience in the areas of geriatric nursing or related health programs. Ability to work effectively with health care providers, families, and other professionals as necessary.Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Required to Perform the Essential Functions of This Job:Certified Nursing TechnicianSkills Required to Successfully Accomplish the Essential Functions of This Job:Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, and short correspondence. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to residents, and other employees.Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance. Ability to calculate meal percentages.Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to carry out effective resident care. Understands simple oral or written instructions. Ability to prioritize and concurrently manage multiple tasks. Ability to identify hazards, make reports and/or implement corrective actions. Ability to respond in a calm, professional demeanor. Ability to work in stressful situations or environment.Computer Operations:Must have some computer skillsPhysical Demands:Stand Walk Sit Use hands to handle, feel Reach with arms and hands Climb or balance Stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend Talk or hear Taste or smellWeight Lifted / Force Exerted:Up to 10 pounds Up to 25 pounds Up to 50 pounds Up to 100 pounds More than 100 poundsAny lifting of 35lbs or more requires the use of an assistive device and / or physical assistance.Exposure Category:Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. This includes all procedures or job related tasks that involve inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or potential spills or splashes of them.Tasks that do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue, but exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate protective measures are readily available to these employees when needed.Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue and Category 1 tasks are not a condition of employment.