Compassionate Nursing Assistant | Resident Care & Support

HOODRIVER in; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HOODRIVER in is seeking a Nursing Assistant (Healthcare) to provide direct resident care within a hospital or care facility setting in Hood River, OR. You will help residents with daily functions, monitor conditions, and document observations as part of a care team.

The role requires careful attention to resident needs, adherence to policies on privacy and safety, and the ability to communicate effectively with nurses and staff.

Responsibilities

• Report changes in residents' condition to Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse as soon as practical
• Record all entries on flow sheets, notes, charts in an informative, descriptive manner
• Report accidents and incidents observed on shift
• Protect resident health information and report disclosures to Administrator
• Observe unauthorized access attempts to facility information system
• Perform nursing tasks you have been trained to do
• Ensure resident rooms are ready for arrival and comfortable
• Greet residents and escort to their rooms
• Introduce residents to roommates and staff as appropriate
• Maintain warmth and calm in the unit and shift
• Participate in nursing reports and quality improvement discussions
• Follow policies on exposure to blood/body fluids
• Make beds and provide extra covers as requested
• Measure and record vital signs (TPR) and weights as instructed
• Check residents regularly to meet personal care needs
• Assist with daily activities and meals, and document intake
• Keep water pitchers clean and accessible, restock as needed
• Assist with transfers, transfers to vehicles, and positioning in beds/chairs
• Assist with pre-exam preparation and post-meal care
• Report any resident missing or leaving the facility immediately
• Use only trained equipment and report defective equipment
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information and report privacy incidents

Job description

HOODRIVER in is seeking a Nursing Assistant (Healthcare) to provide direct resident care within a hospital or care facility setting in Hood River, OR. You will help residents with daily functions, monitor conditions, and document observations as part of a care team.

The role requires careful attention to resident needs, adherence to policies on privacy and safety, and the ability to communicate effectively with nurses and staff.