JOB DESCRIPTION FOR CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE
QUALIFICATIONS:
Has completed training and competency evaluation program or a competency evaluation approved by the State and holds a current certificate from the State.
Must be enrolled in a competency training program approved by the State and performs only services of a type for which s/he has demonstrated competence.
Personality attuned to the requirements of meeting needs of the infirm and aged.
Demonstrates competency in skills and techniques necessary to care for residents needs as identified through Resident Assessment and described in the Plan of Care.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working under general direction and supervision of charge nurse
handling and serving residents to assure safety and comfort
Observing instructions of nursing staff and performing in line with established routine
Providing maximum resident care services to assure well being of resident to the greatest degree possible
Carrying out duties and responsibilities in conformance with established routine
WORK PERFORMED:
Under supervision to perform duties assuring maximum care, security and treatment:
Assist with carrying out the Resident Assessment and Plan of Care
Assuring physical comfort and mental well being of resident
Assist in customary daily requirements and tasks in care and treatment such as bathing, feeding, dressing, observing intake of food, care of hair, nails, and moving residents from area to area, responding to calls, etc.
Observing and reporting symptoms, reactions, and changes
Encouraging and participating in rehabilitative measures
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of procedures and techniques
Providing bedside services
Familiarity with functions of various departments
Understanding of standard techniques in personal service care of residents
Care of equipment and supplies
Awareness of sterile procedures and avoidance of contamination
SPECIAL DEMANDS:
Work under close supervision with awareness that error may have serious consequences
Exercise patience and tact
Use of initiative and judgment
Warm, outgoing personality and positive response to residents who may be demanding
Perform willingly repetitive tasks
Good physical and mental outlook
Employee Signature: Date: __________________________________PI2351f5902de2-26289-36101320
