Part Time - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - LTC 3p-11p

Shift: Part Time 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant with the State of Louisiana
• Must be people-oriented individual, have good communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Computer skills appropriate to fulfill E-documentation

Provides basic resident care under the supervision of a licensed nurse and assists in the maintenance of the unit environment. Participates in all areas of the residents activities of daily living.
Primary Functions:

• Attends to all resident personal hygiene and personal care needs and immediately reports any changes in condition to nursing or household leadership.
• Understands and accepts that resident care is continuous throughout the work period and although care may be provided on a planned basis, it must also be provided at unscheduled times as residents needs require.
• Performs continuous direct and indirect resident care as assigned &/or directed by supervisor, and which is consistent with the needs of the residents.
• Answers resident call lights. Responds to emergency call lights.
• Provides restorative therapy under the leadership of therapy professionals and in accordance with the residents functional maintenance plan.
• Functions as the residents closest advocate ensuring that resident is protected from abuse and neglect.
• Practices effective communication techniques with residents, visitors, and coworkers.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of care as policy and regulation requires.
• Receives and gives report to charge nurse & team members at change of shift.
• Understands & adheres to residents rights.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of residents.
• Transports and escorts residents as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintains clean spaces in the household, including resident rooms, common spaces, and the kitchen.
• Supports all aspects of the household environment, including pets, plants, children, visitors and guests, facilitating all planned and spontaneous needs and activities
• Attends staff development/in-service activities to improve knowledge, skills, and to maintain competency.
• Promotes a positive image of the facility.
• Makes on-going effort to familiarize self with state and federal long-term care regulations and provide care following these guidelines.
• Assists with preparation and service of resident meals as assigned.
• Assists licensed nurses with procedures.