A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
Nursing Assistant Class 7-3am & 3-11pm Shift (Berks Heim Nursing & Rehabilitation) Berks County PA Leesport, PA Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals English CNA Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Nursing Assistant provides resident care under the direction of the Charge Nurse and assists the nursing team in maintaining the nursing and resident units. Nursing Assistants provide for the physical care and psychosocial needs of the residents. The Nursing Assistant treats residents with respect, maintains resident confidentiality and always utilizes standard precautions while carrying out assigned duties.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to: Provides personal care such as baths, showers, oral hygiene, hair care, skin care, nail care, monitoring intake and output, toileting, etc. Assists in serving and feeding residents requires lifting trays ups to 10 pounds.
Assists with restorative nursing procedures:
range of motion, transferring, positioning, etc. Assists the resident to the bathroom as necessary. Answers call lights promptly and provides or obtains the necessary care. Observes and reports unusual symptoms, changes, accidents, injuries and unusual behavior to the Charge Nurse. Applies and releases ordered restraints in a safe manner. Assists in moving, supporting, and transporting residents. Uses the resident lift when indicated to transfer residents. Encourages residents to participate in physical, social, and recreational activities. Assists in the maintenance of belongings and immediate environment of residents. Takes vital signs and reports any changes to the Charge Nurse. Records all aspects of personal care including bathing, food intake, ambulation activities, elimination, and vital signs.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of a state approved Nursing Assistant training and evaluation program. Must be a member in good standing of the Pennsylvania Department of Health Nursing Assistant Registry. Must have a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) check without prohibitive offenses as cited in Act 14. Must be at least 18 years of age.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English fluently. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as a member of the healthcare team. Ability to handle stress. Physical presence on-site is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Good physical condition due to the demanding aspects of the job. Must be able to lift 10 pounds. Must be able to push and pull carts. Must be able to lift trays up to 10 pounds. Walking 100% of the time except during breaks, Standing 100% of the time except during breaks, and Bending 100% of the time except during breaks. Ability to stand and be active during an entire work shift.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.
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