Overview ***CNA needed in the Foster area, 3 hours a week *** The Certified Nursing Assistant provides Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) as assigned in an individual’s care plan. Care is generally provided in the home, however, errands, and escort services may also be assigned as designated in an individual's care plan. The CNA may also provide skilled tasks that require special training and competencies that a Homemaker cannot provide. Responsibilities The Certified Nursing Assistant provides Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) as assigned in an individual’s care plan. Care is generally provided in the home, however, errands, and escort services may also be assigned as designated in an individual's care plan. The CNA may also provide skilled tasks that require special training and competencies that a Homemaker cannot provide. Responsibilities The Certified Nursing Assistant must be able to demonstrate competence with assigned ADL’s and IADL’s or special tasks and perform these tasks in line with the plan of care. Tasks may include, but are not limited to: Bathing (assist, bed bath, tub bath, shower, sitz) Dressing / Undressing Mouth care Skin Care ( non-prescription) Hair Care Nail Care ( does not include nail care with clients with Diabetes) no trimming/ file only Mobility (turn and position, transfer, use of lift, assist with ambulation, range of motion) Medication reminders Toileting ( bed pan/ urinal, bowel/ bladder regimen training, collect specimens, perineal /catheter care, apply/remove condom catheters, ostomy care Eating ( meal preparations according to client’s dietary needs or restrictions, including forcing fluids and restrictions. Assist, monitor or feed the client, according to level of care IADLs may include but are not limited to Cooking Cleaning Shopping and/or pharmacy errands Escort, may accompany patient to MD appts If additional services are requested, the CNA must notify the RN Field Supervisor for further instruction. Be present for Supervisory visits to be performed by RN Field supervisor as required Time and Attendance must be logged in via EMR app, or EVV, as required by payer or Hope Nursing Home Care Report planned absences to the office as soon as possible so the scheduled outage may be assigned to another CNA Other duties, as assigned Qualifications Must have an active Rhode Island CNA license. An individual’s BCI check complying with RI state law Availability on your scheduled days. Experienced in Home and Community Based Services, preferred . Comfortable with working in homes with dogs and/or cats Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation (Willing to travel) Must be a flexible, highly customer service and people oriented individual who demonstrates compassion, patience and understanding,ensuring the highest level of serivce Maintain a current CNA license Ability to read & write in English Ability to lift 50 lbs.