State Tested Nursing Assistant

Lionstone Healthcare; Baton Rouge, Lima (LA, OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

Early pay via Tapcheck

Perks & Discounts program

PTO & holidays

Referral bonus

Job summary

Lionstone Healthcare is seeking a State Tested Nursing Assistant for on-site care in our Louisiana facility. You will provide direct nursing care, assist with daily living activities, and monitor residents while adhering to care plans and safety protocols.

The role requires a valid STNA license, strong English communication, and the ability to work within a supportive team. Leadership and collaboration with the nursing team are essential to ensure quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered STNA license.
• Knowledge to provide care appropriate to age-related needs.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be a supportive team member and contribute to teamwork.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing practices and regulations that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and work harmoniously with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, such as toileting, incontinence care, and mobility.
• Monitor residents' conditions and report changes to the nursing team.
• Supervise and educate STNAs and other facility personnel on policies and procedures.
• Participate in staff development and orientation programs.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment, following safety and sanitation protocols.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are properly maintained and used.
• Record care notes and reports accurately in charts and computer systems.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to Nurse Supervisor or RN.
• Complete administrative tasks related to nursing services.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure adequate nursing coverage.
• Review care plans daily and inform supervisors of changes.
• Respect resident rights and document participation in treatment decisions.

Skills

Teamwork

Decision-making

Nursing knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Education

State Tested Nursing Assistant License

Job description

State Tested Nursing Assistant

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Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, including bathing, dressing, and grooming

• Assist residents with daily living activities, such as toileting, incontinence care, and mobility

• Monitor residents' conditions and report any changes or concerns to the nursing team

• Supervise and educate STNAs and other Facility personnel on established policies and procedures

• Participate in staff development activities, including in-service training and orientation programs

• Maintain a clean and safe environment, adhering to all safety and sanitation protocols

• Ensure that all equipment and supplies are properly maintained and used

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administrative Functions:

  • Record all entries on flow sheets, notes, charts, and computer programs in an informative and descriptive manner

  • Report all changes in the resident's condition to the Nurse Supervisor, LPN, or RN

• Personnel Functions:

  • Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures

  • Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel and other Facility personnel to ensure adequate nursing services

  • Meet with shift's nursing personnel to identify and correct problem areas

• Personal Care Functions:

  • Participate in and receive the nursing report upon reporting for duty

  • Assist residents with daily dental and mouth care

  • Assist residents with bath functions and dressing and undressing

  • Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures

  • Provide eye and ear care

• Staff Development:

  • Attend and participate in scheduled training and educational classes

  • Attend and participate in scheduled orientation programs and activities

• Safety and Sanitation:

  • Participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood and body fluids

  • Wash hands before and after performing any service for the resident

  • Report all hazardous conditions and equipment to any member of management or nursing supervisor immediately

• Equipment and Supply Functions:

  • Use only the equipment you have been trained to use

  • Report defective equipment to any member of management or nursing supervisor

• Care Plan and Assessment:

  • Review care plans daily to determine if changes in the resident's daily care routine have been made on the care plan

  • Inform the Nurse Supervisor, LPN, or RN of any changes in the resident's condition

• Resident Rights:

  • Honor the resident's refusal of treatment request

  • Abide by the resident's participation in treatment decision

  • Inform the resident of consequences of not participating in prescribed therapy and document such action in the resident's clinical record

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a State Tested Nursing Assistant in this state

• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel

People-Centered Rewards

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision

• 401k with company match

• Early Pay via Tapcheck!

• Employee Perks & Discount program via NES

• PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays

• $Referral Bonus Program$

• Mentorship Programs

• Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities

• Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp