Nursing Care Assistant-PACE

Reid Hospital & Health Care Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

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Job summary

Reid Health is seeking a Nursing Care Assistant (NCA) for the PACE program on a day shift. The role involves assisting with nursing care, restorative therapies, activities, meals, and transportation across care settings including day center, home, and clinic.

The ideal candidate will have 1 year of frail/elderly care experience, a CNA certification (Indiana preferred), and CPR certification. On-the-job training may be available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year working with a frail or elderly population.
• CPR certification preferred but not required.
• Indiana CNA certification preferred or can be on-the-job training for NCA with competency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with nursing care, restorative therapies, activities, meals, and transportation escort across care settings.
• Provide ADL/IADL support and document in medical records as appropriate.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and follow Reid Health PACE policies.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Current CNA certification in Indiana

Job description

Nursing Care Assistant-PACE 0106

PACE Schedule: Day Shift. 40 hours weekly. 8:00am - 4:30pm

About the Position

Assist with nursing care, restorative therapies, activities, meals, and transportation escort assistance across care settings including but not limited to day center, home, and clinic. Provides physical assistance and attendant care for activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living to participants across care settings. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to participate in assessing, planning care for and providing all-inclusive service to frail elder enrollees according to assigned responsibilities and Reid Health PACE standards. Accepts other duties as assigned by the Center Manager or designee and within the NCA scope of practice

Overview of Responsibilities

Assist with nursing care, restorative therapies, activities, meals, and transportation escort assistance across care settings including but not limited to day center, home, and clinic. Provides physical assistance and attendant care for activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living to participants across care settings. Accepts participant assignments by Day Center Supervisor and Home Care Coordinator. Document in the medical record as appropriate to scope of practice. Participate and effectively communicate in interdisciplinary meetings as required. Act only within the scope of his or her authority to practice. Follow all Reid Health PACE Policies and Procedures and OSHA safety guidelines. Maintain safe working environment. Follows Safety Policies and Procedures. Participate in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintain professional affiliations and any required certifications. Participate in and support Quality Improvement initiatives. Report abnormal findings or noted changes in participant status to the Clinical Manager or designee. Assist in maintaining cleanliness and preparedness of exam rooms, day room, and kitchen and appropriate equipment. Serve breakfast, snacks, and noon meal to all participants of Reid Health PACE according to diet orders. Assist with the implementation of activities for participants tailored to the needs and limitations of frail elderly. Handle potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions and practices standard precautions. Perform other duties as required or requested within scope of practice. Compliance with CMS PACE regulations as they pertain to this role. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary

Education & Experience

Minimum Education Required: NA Minimum Education Preferred: Current CNA certification in Indiana Minimum Experience Required: Minimum of 1 year working with a frail or elderly population Minimum Experience Preferred: 2 years of experience working in a nursing home or home health environment.

Licensure & Certification

Licensure: None Certifications: CNA certification preferred but not required can have on the job training for NCA with competency; CPR

Our values of Excellence, Empathy, Integrity and Accountability are essential to exceed our customers' expectations. At Reid, we look for individuals who believe in our core values and demonstrate a genuine desire to make a positive impact to those we serve. We take pride in employing people who show up every day with a commitment to these values along with our mission and vision. We are one team working toward a common goal of providing outstanding customer care and service to our communities. If you have a calling to serve and are looking for meaningful and purposeful work, Reid Health is the place for you.

Reid Health's inpatient hospital is a 189-bed, regional referral center with a Level lll Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center designation. Reid Health's outpatient services include more than 40 specialties and sub-specialties throughout an eight-county service area. With more than 3,100 employees, 100 volunteers, and 170 healthcare clinicians on staff, Reid Health believes in wholeness -- in body, mind, and spirit. The minute you step through Reid's doors, you'll be surrounded by friendly faces. Each of our employees plays an important role in the friendly and caring environment we call Reid Health. It's more than a place to work. Reid team members are involved in and care for our community, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie. They are the reason our patients feel safe and cared for. And they are the reason Reid Health is ranked among the best in quality care. Reid Health is looking to add to its family with service-minded individuals like you. Whether you come from a clinical background or simply want to work in an environment that allows you to pursue your passions of service to others, we have opportunities for people just like you. Find yourself at Reid Health.

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