Certified Nursing Aide

Evergreen Life Services; Vinton (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Evergreen Life Services in Louisiana is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with daily living activities, monitor health, and accompany to appointments. You will support community integration and help individuals maintain independence under nursing supervision.

The role involves documenting care, following treatment plans, and promoting safety and compassionate care in home and community settings.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and communicate in English.
• CNA certification required.
• Valid driver''s license.
• Meet state requirements, please maintain good standing with state registry.
• Submit to drug screen and background check.
• Six months of experience with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills: bathing, personal hygiene, and daily tasks.
• Assist with medication administration and refills.
• Monitor delegated medical tasks (oxygen saturation, diabetes screens).
• Transport individuals to appointments.
• Support community outings and activities.
• Encourage individuals to achieve personal goals.
• Document care in the appropriate system.
• Complete required documentation per Evergreen policies.

Skills

English literacy

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Customer service

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance


• Wellness resources


• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Company parties


• Flexible schedule


• Free food & snacks


• Tuition assistance

Evergreen Life Services is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Job Summary: Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff. Perform basic daily living skills.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with daily living skills; bathing, cleaning, personal hygiene, medical appointments, shopping, banking, community integration, shopping, meal planning, and preparation.


• Assist with medication administration and refills.


• Manage delegated medical tasks (i.e. oxygen saturation level monitoring, reading diabetes screens, etc.).


• Transport individuals in the community and to appointments.


• Provide support on community outings and activities.


• Encourage and work with individuals to achieve goals.


• Comply with individual treatment plans.


• Document in the appropriate system all aspects of individual's care.


• Complete all required documentation in accordance with applicable state agency(ies) and Evergreen Life Services policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Effectively read, write, and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record keeping, and write reports.


• CNA certification is required.


• Valid driver's license, which meets Evergreen requirements for insurance purposes and proof of liability coverage if a vehicle is owned.


• Meet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standing with the state abuse and neglect registry.


• Submit to and pass a drug screen and criminal background check.


• Ability to learn basic computer skills (i.e. turn on/off, log in/out, input data, approve timesheet).


• At least six (6) months of experience working with developmental disabilities.

Physical Demands

• Constantly moves about to coordinate work.


• Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting individuals in the home, workshop, or job site.


• Regularly assist individuals physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriate.


• Constantly alert and aware of the individual served needs.


• Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or medical conditions to perform essential functions.

Employment Variables

Some evening and weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the individual. Will be in constant contact with staff, individuals, their families, and other support agencies. Must be able to be on-call on a regular basis and respond to emergencies in a timely manner.

Must have a satisfactory driving record per Evergreen guidelines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Will not supervise.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Represent Evergreen in public in a fashion that would reflect the credibility and professionalism of the organization.


• Desire to work with people with disabilities and enhance their quality of life.


• Function successfully in stressful situations.


• Demonstrate high moral standards to be a positive role model for individuals served.


• Complete all orientation and on-the-job training before starting work.


• Work assigned shifts as required by management.


• Attend all training classes as required.


• Other characteristics of a successful DSP include but are not limited to the following characteristics: patience and composure, effective communication, dependability, effective interpersonal skills, awareness and attention to detail, advocacy, etc.

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES

• Must have a good driving record that meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.


• Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.


• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which includes all shifts, including nights, days, and weekends.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments, both indoors and outdoors.