CNA - SNF

Job Description Position Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Department SNF Nursing Reports To LVN Charge Nurse FLSA Status Non-exempt Prepared By Human Resources Prepare Date January 2015 Revised Date August 2019 Job Summary   Under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse, the CNA performs tasks that involve specific services for residents which are supportive and complimentary of Nursing practice.

Mission and Values Demonstrates the competencies to fulfill the Mission and values of St. John of God Ministry, which are the foundation of all activities performed by every employee Mission We are here to extend the healing mission of Jesus through the Hospitality of St. John of God by continually improving the health and quality of life of the people we serve Core Values   Hospitality Creates an environment where people can feel welcomed, comfortable, understood, esteemed and loves Respect Recognizes the richness of God’s gifts and His presences in every person regardless of age, situation in life, culture or religion Quality Works toward creating centers of excellence and service fostering continuous improvement in the quality of service Responsibility Encourages cooperation as a way of promoting standards of competence, efficiency and accountability as we carry out our duties in the Mission Essential Functions Provides a suitable environment for the residents by giving attention to cleanliness, ventilation, lighting and furniture arrangements Assists residents to ensure their cleanliness, grooming, nourishment, rest, activity and elimination in a manner conducive to the resident’s comfort and safety Utilizes the proper technique and equipment to transfer residents Preserves the dignity and self-respect of all residents at all times Practices confidentiality about the resident’s nursing care activities Promotes restorative nursing care as directed and instructed for individual residents Keeps alert to the resident’s condition and reports to the Charge Nurse, changes in the resident’s attitude, appearance, behavior, and physical ability Performs certain nursing procedures which do not require professional evaluation as assigned and instructed by the Charge Nurse Practices conservation of equipment and supplies, keeping them clean and ready for use, reports any equipment and supply needs to the Charge Nurse Practices first aid measures as applicable and as instructed by the Charge Nurse Promptly answers call signals/lights Transports residents as needed throughout the facility Assists residents as needed throughout the facility Recognizes and respects the resident’s individual emotional, social, and cultural needs, including their religious beliefs Keeps written notes of specific assignments and records pertinent information about the residents Competent and accurate PC and Data Entry needed on our system, safe and correct log in practices are vital, knowledge of the PCC system must be proficient in level after brief training and orientation     17.

Completes all documentation properly Additional Responsibilities & Duties Attends required in-services and safety meetings Implements the knowledge learned from in-services and safety meetings Performs other duties as assigned Follows organizational and departmental procedures Information Management Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with confidentiality and security Risk Management Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations Qualifications Physical Demands & Working Conditions Needs to walk a minimum 500 feet at a time, several times a day, must be able to walk up and down stairs in event of power/elevator outage or emergency and assist residents in doing the same Lift up to 50 lbs.: Occasionally to carry medical charts, supplies and resident’s personal items, e.g.

clothing and food items; Occasionally when lifting soiled bed linens; occasionally to frequently when assisting an ambulatory resident in bathing or