CNA - Day Center: Compassionate Elder Care & Support

Pace-Organization-of-Rhode-Island-; Riverside (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PACE Organization of Rhode Island is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide personal care and support to participants at the Day Center. Under supervision, you follow individual care plans and assist with daily living tasks to promote safety and comfort.

You will document care activities, assist with activities and meals, monitor health indicators, and participate in care planning meetings.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Dependable and punctual with consistent attendance.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English.
• Ability to maintain sound judgement under stress and communicate effectively.
• Ability to proficiently perform clinical/skilled tasks within scope of position.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite or similar software.

Responsibilities

• As an IDT member reports regularly on personal care services provided, participants' self-care abilities and their expressed wishes.
• Keeps current on and follows individual participant care plans with adherence to safety requirements.
• Provides personal care and services including toileting, bathing/showering, eating assistance, grooming and oral care.
• Performs vital signs checks and weight monitoring according to policy and orders.
• Provides behavioral supervision and support for participants and responds to disturbances.
• Assists participants with physical activities in support of restorative care plans.
• Maintains documentation and participant care/service logs as required.
• Assists with meal service and dining area clean-up.
• Maintains order of personal care areas and supplies.
• Assists with stocking and maintenance of personal care supplies and notifies of low inventory.
• Assists with Laundry duties and recreation program participation.
• Works with other departments to ensure safe, clean environments and ensures needs are met.
• Provides in-home care including personal care and housekeeping as assigned.
• Escorts participants to outside appointments as needed.
• Understands and adheres to policies and participant rights.

Skills

Confidentiality

Attendance

English literacy

Stress management

Clinical skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

PACE Organization of Rhode Island is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide personal care and support to participants at the Day Center. Under supervision, you follow individual care plans and assist with daily living tasks to promote safety and comfort.

You will document care activities, assist with activities and meals, monitor health indicators, and participate in care planning meetings.