CNA

Description

Summary:

The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for performing routine service duties and procedures necessary for the care, comfort, and safety of the Sisters; including performing skills to meet the activities of daily living (ADLs) and other procedures within the scope of the CNA responsibilities. The CNA will maintain a clean, safe environment that reflects the preferences and needs of the Sisters by utilizing basic knowledge of communication techniques, infection control, safety, body mechanics, and age-related differences when providing care.

The Certified Nurse Assistant is expected to behave in a manner consistent with the Core Values and must collaborate with other Associates and departments to ensure the overall mission is achieved.

Responsibilities:

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Provide care for any Villa de Matel (VDM) Sister as directed by the charge nurse.

Accept assignments with adequate notice including changes in shifts in order to accommodate the staffing needs of VDM.

Encourage and assist Sisters to participate in the spiritual, social, grooming, and therapeutic activities of VDM. Works with the providers/facilitators of these services.

Obtain, observe, report, and record physiological, cognitive, and sensory data as requested by the licensed nurse or as indicated by the Sister’s condition.

Perform skills to meet ADLs or assist Sisters to perform their own ADLs.

Perform assignments necessary for the operation of the department as delegated by the licensed nurse.

Utilize good stewardship in the use of physical facilities, supplies, and equipment. Orders, replenishes, and obtains supplies and equipment as needed. Reports needed maintenance and unsafe conditions.

Attend at least one educational offering each quarter and all mandatory in-services.

Welcome and assist new Associates and Volunteers in their orientation to the Villa de Matel.

Apply HIPAA regulations to everyone.

Has verbal and written communication skills.

Has the ability to remain patient and tactful while performing a variety of repetitive and sometimes unpleasant tasks.

Has emotional maturity and ability to avoid intrusion of personal problems on quality and stability of service.

Perform other duties as requested.

Rights of Sisters:

Treat all Sisters with consideration and respect.

Respects privacy during life and after death.

Maintains confidentiality during life and after death.

Encourages Sister to participate in her care, implements her choices and/or preferences when consistent with the approved plan of care, and reports to licensed nurse when unable to do so.

Related to Work Environment:

Follow the policies and procedures of CHRISTUS Health and those specific to Villa de Matel Center.

Related to Associate Development:

Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team and departmental meetings.

Attend and participate in appropriate and approved education events.

Provide feedback through Associate Satisfaction surveys and other focus groups/surveys to improve and maintain a great place to work.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

High School diploma or GED required

Experience

Previous gerontology experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

Current Texas Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) required

BLS required

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed