GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Director of Nursing this position is responsible for coordinating and providing direct resident care in a residential setting, in compliance with all local, State and Federal regulations and requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Cues and assists residents with self-care (i.e., dressing; face and hand washing; toileting; bathing; other grooming and personal hygiene activities, seeking assistance when appropriate and maintaining residents’ rights.
• Assists residents with making beds and straightening rooms daily; changes linens weekly or whenever needed.
• Observes residents for changes (physical, psychological, social, appetite, etc.); reports any observed changes to the DON.
• Listens to report at the start of each shift.
• Responds to residents needs for emergency care in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Assists in setting up for various planned activities, such as arranging tables and chairs, preparing equipment, etc.
• Assists residents with participating in activities under the guidance of the activities staff; demonstrates competence in at least one type of group activity (music, exercise, discussion, art, etc.).
• Engages residents in one-to-one activity as needed; is alert to needs of individuals not involved in groups – is aware of available resources.
• Consults with the activities department regarding program improvements: new ideas, adaptations, different techniques, change in scheduling and programs, etc.
• Assists and supports volunteers as needed.
• Immediately reports all unusual incidents/events to immediate supervisor
• Reviews with immediate supervisor procedures not clearly defined to determine appropriate courses of action.
• Waitressing in the dining room during mealtime.
• Reports defective equipment and inadequate supply stock levels to immediate supervisor
• Takes/recommends corrective action on any unsafe conditions.
• Orients new staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of all RESIDENTS and EMPLOYEES information to assure that all rights are protected.
• Must treat all residents with dignity and respect at all times.
• Must have a clear understanding of resident rights and abuse reporting policies and procedures.
• Must report any actual or suspicion of resident abuse to the department supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
• Responsible for following all facility safety policies and procedures and reporting any safety issues or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Must report all incidents and accidents immediately to the department supervisor or other appropriate personnel as required by established policies and procedures.
• Responsible for following all facility infection control policies and procedures.
• Responsible for following all established professional and personnel policies and procedures.
• Participate in all in-services and departmental meetings as required.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes and maintains positive community relations.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends and practices in the field through peer association, attendance at seminars, study, and review of literature.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Reports any workplace safety concerns to Supervisor immediately.
• Performs other related duties as required.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or the equivalent.
• Must possess PSS/C.N.A. certificate or be currently enrolled in a course.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be certified in CPR and 1st Aid.
• Previous experience in convalescent/geriatric resident care helpful.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Must possess the ability to deal professionally with personnel, residents, families, visitors, government agencies and the general public.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed primarily in a nursing home environment, which is generally not subject to extremes in temperature, odors, etc.
• Stands, sits, and walks most of the working day.
• Must be able to push, pull or lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Uses computer keyboards requiring eye/hand coordination and finger dexterity.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.