CNA Falls Prevention Aide (DAY SHIFT)

CNA Falls Prevention Aide (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare Health Center - Wallingford, CT

Day Shift / 24hrs/wk / EOW

Shift:  8:00am - 2:00pm

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, performs basic nursing care procedures. Implement a variety of recreation programs and services to residents that are socially, physically and cognitively stimulating.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1.               Performs basic nursing care procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.   Follow treatment plan that was designed to meet the appropriate age, needs and abilities of each resident/patient including assisting with meals and nourishment’s, transferring using proper body mechanics and appropriate assistive devices, ambulation, bathing, toileting and dressing and grooming.

2.         Observes and communicates pertinent information about the adult/older adult resident/patient’s condition to the appropriate facility staff.

3.         Takes and records pulse, respirations, blood pressures and weight as needed.

4.         Documents care and observations on work sheets and EMR accurately and in a timely manner.

5.         Maintains cooperative relationships to enhance the efficient operation of the care team by providing support and assistance to co-workers. 

6.         Adheres to infection control practices.

7.         Supports the psychosocial needs of the residents as per the plan of care and profile.

8.         Participates in educational and inservice meeting to update knowledge of techniques, guidelines and regulations.  Must attend all mandatory programs.  Meets basic requirement for 12 hours of continuing education per year.

9.         Uses equipment in an appropriate and safe manner.  Adheres to standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.

10.            Create and implement activity plans for residents, in the way of small groups, special events and entertainment. Motivates residents for participation in either planned groups or on a one-to-one basis.

11.            Engages residents in activities to improve residents’ physical, social and emotional well-being

12.            Enhances the quality of life of residents through engagement while promoting social interaction amongst residents

13.            Observe and maintain safety of residents in falls program 

14.            Performs other duties as required.

15.            Follows policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:                  High School diploma or GED preferred

Experience:                 6 months – 1 year experience as a CNA preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

 State of Connecticut CNA Certification; or within

                                    120 days of CNA Certification course completion.