Day or PM shift CNA

The Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) is responsible for providing for the needs of skilled nursing residents under the direction of the nursing staff in a respectful and caring manner. Specific responsibilities include:

•Provides care as outlined in the resident’s plan of care.

•Provides physical care to residents according to established procedures and performance standards including Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s). Monitoring vital signs and providing Range of Motion exercises in a manner that encourages independence and dignity.

•Assists with admissions and discharges.

•Responds to resident call lights and requests within established standards.

•Reports pertinent information and concerns regarding residents, families, staff, visitors and building operation to appropriate personnel.

•Reports changes in resident’s physical condition, behavior and level of independent functioning to the nurse.

•Accurately completes required documentation.

•Serves as a mentor for orientating new staff to the nursing assistant job duties and unit procedures and assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.

•Ability to provide input for resident care conferences and other facility meetings as assigned.

•Other duties as assigned.