Nurse Aide
- Skilled Nursing 7am
- 3pm The Orchard
- 3.
3 Ridgeland, MS Job Details Full-time 1 hour ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Working with geriatric patients English Working with seniors
Full Job Description Purpose:
To provide resident care and activity needs under the supervision of the Department Manager and/or Nurse on duty. To provide care in a manner that promotes the best possible quality of life for the resident while residing at The Orchard. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Licensed CNA, Home Health Aide, Personal Care Home Maker, or related experience References documenting skills and experience as a caregiver Current TB skin test prior to the date of hire then annually Cleared background check within 2 years Must be able to lift 50lbs. Ability to read and write English Must be able to communicate effectively Must have compassion for and desire to work with elderly Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities under essential job functions Essential Functions Document resident activity on approved forms in a manner that is legible and understandable Provide resident care including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing bed linens, positioning, transferring, and incontinence care while using appropriate techniques Observe any changes in resident condition, take action to ensure safety of resident and report to supervisor Make rounds as directed to check on resident status Respond to call lights in a timely manner Vital sign monitoring will be performed as needed by personnel with current training Assist with dining service and activity program as directed Understand and follow safety and infection control policies and procedures Understand and follow resident care plan and document accordingly Hear, understand, and respond to resident communication Report incidents and completes appropriate paperwork Collect, wash, and care for laundrylinens in accordance with The Orchard policy. Help to properly maintain all equipment, and general facility maintenancecleanliness Ensure work areas are clean and safe, ensure policies covering infection control, health and safety, etc. are strictly followed Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations and resident rights Attend all required in-service trainings Promote and encourage residents to participate in activities Answer phone appropriately Meet customer service standards in a friendly, helpful, and courteous manner with resident satisfaction a priority Ability to distinguish and prioritize duties and resident needs (both emotionphysical) v/s task at hand The job description provides a framework for the job, other duties may be assigned as necessary Benefits PTO Medical Insurance Dental Vision Basic Life and AD&D (Employer paid) Disability Accident Critical Illness Employee Assistance Program Standard Shift Day Shift Evening Shift Night Shift Supplemental Pay Shift differential
