United Church Homes, Inc.
State Tested Nursing Assistant 6p-6a
United Church Homes, Inc., Fairborn, Ohio, United States, 45324
Community Name:Trinity Community at Fairborn
The State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)/ Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant (CENA) is responsible for caring for residents both physically and emotionally to enhance quality of life, including ADL and rehabilitation activities.Essential Function Statement(s)
Participates in and receives nursing report upon reporting for dutyAssist residents at mealtimesAssists with resident care including bathing, grooming, hygiene and placement of adaptive equipmentExplains procedures to residents before administering, drapes residents for examination and treatment.Keeps residents dry (changes clothing, linen, etc, when wet or soiled)Assists residents with bowel and bladder functionsEmpties urinary drainage bags and records amount in record; Reports any irregularities to nurseAssists with lifting, positioning and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., keeping with specific resident safety needs; Assists residents in ambulation, with or without self-help devices, as instructedPerforms restorative and rehabilitative procedures, as instructedEnsures call lights are within reach of residents and answers call lights promptlyEnsures residents' personal care needs are being met in accordance with residents' wishesReports all changes in residents' condition to supervisor as soon as practicalChanges bed linens and keeps linens tight to avoid wrinkles from forming under residents; Handles linens according to infection control guidelinesMaintains cleanliness of resident units, central bathing area, treatment and supply rooms, workrooms, linen closetsAssists residents in preparation for and transporting to appointments, activities and social programsUses creative problem solving to meet the needs of the resident, within scope of responsibilityProvides post-mortem care as instructedPerforms required special nursing care duties, including identifying and reporting abnormal skin conditionsEnsures residents are positioned and prepared appropriately for meals; serves food and assists with feeding as necessary; ensures each resident is properly hydrated; assists in the delivery and documentation of all snacks and supplementsAccurately records all entries on flow sheets, I and O's, and other documents at point of care as requiredParticipates in care conference as indicated and follows individual resident care plansPerforms all admission, discharge and transfer duties as requiredMaintains confidentiality of necessary informationUtilizes supplies and equipment properly and without waste, including restocking suppliesReports observations concerning structural, equipment and furniture defects and malfunctioning to appropriate personnelHandles unusual occurrences calmly and logically to maintain continuity of dutiesMaintains appropriate, effective communication with residents, and with residents' family or other significant relationships, and ensures departmental staff does the sameFollows all appropriate safety and security guidelines, care procedures and protocol for residents in the Dementia Care UnitParticipates in relevant educational and training activities as appropriateParticipates in special activities as necessary (e.g., safety committee; mentoring/orientation/new hires; etc.)Label and charge ancillary items for resident billingPerforms all other duties as assigned or directedCompetency Statement(s)
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others.Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.Skills & Abilities
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): PreferredExperience: No prior experience necessaryComputer Skills: Must be able to proficiently use a computer, the Internet and basic office equipmentCertifications & Licenses: Successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant program; Must obtain and maintain mandatory, state and federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupationOther Requirements: Ability to assist patients during therapy; Special care/dementia care employees will have additional training in caring for and treating dementia residents; Ability to communicate effectively with residents and nursing staff and have strong interpersonal skills; Ability to read, write, understand and speak the English language; Ability to use computer for charting purposes; Must be able to operate the following equipment: Sit to Stand, Hoyer Lift, Gait belts, tub chairs; Must be dependable; Must be compassionate to residents and have a true desire and commitment to assist them; Must be able to work with elderly residents, families and other health care staff members; Must participate in Continuing Education; Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
The State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)/ Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant (CENA) is responsible for caring for residents both physically and emotionally to enhance quality of life, including ADL and rehabilitation activities.Essential Function Statement(s)
Participates in and receives nursing report upon reporting for dutyAssist residents at mealtimesAssists with resident care including bathing, grooming, hygiene and placement of adaptive equipmentExplains procedures to residents before administering, drapes residents for examination and treatment.Keeps residents dry (changes clothing, linen, etc, when wet or soiled)Assists residents with bowel and bladder functionsEmpties urinary drainage bags and records amount in record; Reports any irregularities to nurseAssists with lifting, positioning and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., keeping with specific resident safety needs; Assists residents in ambulation, with or without self-help devices, as instructedPerforms restorative and rehabilitative procedures, as instructedEnsures call lights are within reach of residents and answers call lights promptlyEnsures residents' personal care needs are being met in accordance with residents' wishesReports all changes in residents' condition to supervisor as soon as practicalChanges bed linens and keeps linens tight to avoid wrinkles from forming under residents; Handles linens according to infection control guidelinesMaintains cleanliness of resident units, central bathing area, treatment and supply rooms, workrooms, linen closetsAssists residents in preparation for and transporting to appointments, activities and social programsUses creative problem solving to meet the needs of the resident, within scope of responsibilityProvides post-mortem care as instructedPerforms required special nursing care duties, including identifying and reporting abnormal skin conditionsEnsures residents are positioned and prepared appropriately for meals; serves food and assists with feeding as necessary; ensures each resident is properly hydrated; assists in the delivery and documentation of all snacks and supplementsAccurately records all entries on flow sheets, I and O's, and other documents at point of care as requiredParticipates in care conference as indicated and follows individual resident care plansPerforms all admission, discharge and transfer duties as requiredMaintains confidentiality of necessary informationUtilizes supplies and equipment properly and without waste, including restocking suppliesReports observations concerning structural, equipment and furniture defects and malfunctioning to appropriate personnelHandles unusual occurrences calmly and logically to maintain continuity of dutiesMaintains appropriate, effective communication with residents, and with residents' family or other significant relationships, and ensures departmental staff does the sameFollows all appropriate safety and security guidelines, care procedures and protocol for residents in the Dementia Care UnitParticipates in relevant educational and training activities as appropriateParticipates in special activities as necessary (e.g., safety committee; mentoring/orientation/new hires; etc.)Label and charge ancillary items for resident billingPerforms all other duties as assigned or directedCompetency Statement(s)
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others.Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.Skills & Abilities
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): PreferredExperience: No prior experience necessaryComputer Skills: Must be able to proficiently use a computer, the Internet and basic office equipmentCertifications & Licenses: Successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant program; Must obtain and maintain mandatory, state and federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupationOther Requirements: Ability to assist patients during therapy; Special care/dementia care employees will have additional training in caring for and treating dementia residents; Ability to communicate effectively with residents and nursing staff and have strong interpersonal skills; Ability to read, write, understand and speak the English language; Ability to use computer for charting purposes; Must be able to operate the following equipment: Sit to Stand, Hoyer Lift, Gait belts, tub chairs; Must be dependable; Must be compassionate to residents and have a true desire and commitment to assist them; Must be able to work with elderly residents, families and other health care staff members; Must participate in Continuing Education; Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.