SCRMC LTC-Certified Nursing Assistant JCRH CCNC DESCRIPTION



Job Title: 254 255 695 Certified Nursing Assistant

Department: 7800 7820 LTC


General Responsibilities:
•Verbalizes role in Emergency Operation Plan including response to fire alarm (including responding to drills) and can locate fire pull alarm, emergency exits, fire extinguishers and Emergency Operations Manual (EOP).
•Able to verbalize role regarding Resident’s Rights, Resident Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and can locate Abuse Information Manual.
•Understands role regarding HIPAA and practices resident confidentiality.
•Able to verbalize role regarding Resident Elopement and can locate Elopement Information Manual. Responds to door alarms and drills.
•Able to locate and proficiently use job specific equipment and supplies.
•Participates in Service Excellence and QAPI process.
•Proficient with computer programs used for job specific tasks. Completes required in-service training in a timely manner.
•Communicates appropriately with residents, staff, visitors and others. Uses proper telephone etiquette.
•Verbalizes role and understands how to file an incident report or EOR.
•Able to verbalize role regarding Restraint Use and Resident Fall Management. Can locate the Falls Information Manual if needed.
•Informed and Compliant regarding current phone number on file, breaks, assignments, attendance, call-in log, scheduling requests, and staffing requirements.
•Adheres to infection control policies. Practices proper hand hygiene.
•Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment. Participates in cleaning duties as identified on the Cleaning Log and as directed by the nurse on duty.
•Demonstrates knowledge of the survey process (CMS & DNV)

Documentation:
•Collects and records I&O as directed by the nurse.
•Collects and records intake for Calorie Count.
•Completes all Scheduled Tasks and documents in a timely manner.
•Communicates Resident Problems/Needs. Uses Problem Report form as needed.









Resident Care:
•Ensures that resident’s personal care needs are met (hygiene, oral care, hair care, skin care, dressed appropriately, groomed, nail care etc.)
•Serves meal trays appropriately, snacks, assists with meals, provides fresh water or fluids, thickened liquids. (Water pitchers changed daily on evening shift.)
•Ensures bed linens are always clean and fresh (changed on bath days and prn.)
•Ensures resident’s rooms are neat and orderly as daily care is provided. (Including use and storage of personal care items.)
•Performs catheter care or peri-care appropriately.
•Performs proper peg site care.
•Proficient in Whirlpool use. Has viewed the training video.
•Proficient in taking vital signs.
•Proficient in using mechanical lift. Has viewed the training video.
•Follows resident plan of care including bath/shower schedule.
•Answers call lights promptly.



Mandatory Competency Requirements:
•HealthStream Annual Requirements
•TB Skin Test
•Health Screenings
•CPR