Local Candidates Accepted – Will Receive A Lower Local #### (#### less per hour than posted rate)Job SummaryThe Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A) assists staff members with
and contributes to the implementation of the total resident/patient plan of
care which includes activities of daily living (eating, dressing, personal
care, toileting), education, recreation, and transportation in accordance with
established policies, procedures and standards of the nursing department.The C.N.A is directly responsible to the RN/LPN team leader.
The C.N.A maintains resident/patient privacy and confidentiality and
performs duties in compliance with BNRC’s, A Member of Covenant Health,
policies and procedures. Education Requirements
Must hold an active Maine C.N.A License
Other Skill Required
Assists with all resident/patient
routine activities of daily living including:
Feeding
Bathing
Ambulating
Skin Care
Demonstrates effective listening skills to provide
support for resident/patient needs
Ability to take initial vital signs and provide weights
to nursing staff in a timely manner
Responsible for reporting changes in vital signs or
measurements promptly to the Supervisor/Charge Nurse
Always follows procedures for Universal Precautions
Monitors and promptly records resident/patient intake
and output in accordance with unit standards or physician orders
Maintains confidentiality of resident/patient related
issues; supports resident/patient rights
Maintains productive working relationship with
healthcare team members
Is a team player, courteous, diplomatic and tactful
when interacting with others.
Provides additional care as directed by the RN/LPN
Assist with orientation of patient/resident/family to
unit, facility and services.
Can deliver patient/resident care promptly and
accurately as directed by the RN/LPN and in accordance with plan of care
Ability to empathize with residents, patients and families.
Able to remain objective in difficult circumstances
including interactions with demanding residents and patients
Demonstrates flexibility when needed
Seeks help and assists in developing solutions for
problems
Has a passion for working with long term care residents
and skilled rehabilitation patients to provide excellent resident and
patient care
Covenant Health Mission StatementWe are a Catholic health ministry, providing
healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.Our Core Values:
Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards
all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and
suffering.
Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly
steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared
purpose to create healthy communities.
Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level
of quality, while seeking creative innovation. Applicants, employees and former employees are
protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex
(including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin,
age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family
medical history).
Shift: Nights 11pm-7am
Specialty Type: Nursing
Sub Specialties: CNA LTC
General Certifications: N/A
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