CNA - Memory Care

Harmony Senior Services; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Benefits packages

Career laddering

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Bowie, MD is seeking a CNA/Direct Care Giver to provide quality care and daily living assistance to residents. You will encourage independence, assist with activities, and help plan engaging activities while maintaining confidentiality.

The position requires a current CNA license, strong verbal and written communication, and the ability to lift and transfer residents safely. Weekend/holiday flexibility is expected.

Qualifications

• Must possess current CNA license in good standing
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Organized and able to work with all personnel
• Polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers
• Able to lift 50 lbs and assist transfers

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living
• Report incidents and document appropriately
• Perform housekeeping and dining area duties as directed
• Respond promptly to calls and emergencies
• Plan and conduct activity programs
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information
• Assist residents with move-in transition and provide emotional support
• Communicate resident status and appointments
• Willing to work weekends and holidays

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Written communication

Empathy

Education

CNA license

Job description

12000 Traditions Blvd, Bowie, Maryland 20720

Job Description

The CNA/Direct Care Giver provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community. The CNA encourages residents to function at their highest level of independence and to participate in community activities. Conducts activities and provides for a meaningful experience for all residents.

Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position

Assists residents with activities of daily living

Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCC, RN/LPN, or ED) and completes appropriate documentation

Perform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor

Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts

Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies

Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents

Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information

Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities

Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities

Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals documents appropriately when necessary

Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers

Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support

Reports all resident changes and interventions and interventions in the Daily Log and clinical record. Notifies family as directed.

Requirements

Must possess current CNA license from the State in which the community is located and in good standing with the Board of Nursing

Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in‑writing

Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel

Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor

Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co‑workers at all times

Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs

Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics

Must be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badge and a smile

Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire

Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner

Must attend and complete all required in‑services and staff meetings

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays

Completes all other duties as assigned

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling