Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Long-Term Care (7a - 3p)
12 days ago
Shreveport
Job Description From Compassion to Chuckles: Come join our Lively Team of Nursing Assistants at The Glen! Contact Human Resources for additional information at (318) 798-3500, or you can apply online. WHY CHOOSE THE GLEN: • Our Leadership Team works hand in hand to oversee the day-to-day management of The Glen while honoring our rich history and ensuring that The Glen remains at the forefront of our industry and a vital part of the local community for over 124 years., • We are an organization culture focusing on resident directed philosophy that caters to each resident's individuality by respecting their choices, preserving their dignity and giving them every opportunity to live a purposeful life., • We provide a consistent schedule so you can plan your life.COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Since 1898, The Glen strives to provide the best environment for seniors. Our focus is a resident directed philosophy that caters to each resident's individuality by respecting their choices, preserving their dignity and giving them every opportunity to live a purposeful life. We feel it is the best way to offer the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment that places the respect of our residents above all else. Shifts: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (4 on, 2 off schedule) Requirements • Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant with the State of Louisiana, • Must be people-oriented individual, have good communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse group of people., • Computer skills appropriate to fulfill E-documentation, • High School/GED and Louisiana Certification, • One year experience as a C N AESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides basic resident care under the supervision of a licensed nurse and assists in the maintenance of the unit environment. Participates in all areas of the residents activities of daily living. Primary: • Attends to all resident personal hygiene and personal care needs and immediately reports any changes in condition to nursing or household leadership., • Understands and accepts that resident care is continuous throughout the work period and although care may be provided on a planned basis, it must also be provided at unscheduled times as residents needs require., • Performs continuous direct and indirect resident care as assigned &/or directed by supervisor, and which is consistent with the needs of the residents., • Answers resident call lights. Responds to emergency call lights., • Provides restorative therapy under the leadership of therapy professionals and in accordance with the residents functional maintenance plan., • Functions as the residents closest advocate ensuring that resident is protected from abuse and neglect., • Practices effective communication techniques with residents, visitors, and coworkers., • Maintains appropriate documentation of care as policy and regulation requires., • Receives and gives report to charge nurse & team members at change of shift., • Understands & adheres to residents rights., • Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of residents., • Transports and escorts residents as assigned by supervisor., • Maintains clean spaces in the household, including resident rooms, common spaces, and the kitchen., • Supports all aspects of the household environment, including pets, plants, children, visitors and guests, facilitating all planned and spontaneous needs and activities, • Attends staff development/in-service activities to improve knowledge, skills, and to maintain competency., • Promotes a positive image of the facility., • Makes on-going effort to familiarize self with state and federal long-term care regulations and provide care following these guidelines., • Assists with preparation and service of resident meals as assigned.Life Enhancement, • Continually seeks opportunities to meet residents psychosocial needs through both planned and spontaneous actions., • Plans and organizes social activities for individual residents, small groups and for the household, • Seeks opportunities throughout the day to facilitate spontaneous activities of resident choice and household preference, • Leads and participates in learning circles with residents and staff, • Maintains equipment, games and supplies for use in household activities, • Maintains appropriate documentation of social service & activities functions in the householdBENEFIT PACKAGE:, • Competitive wages, • Group medical, dental and vision plans, • Supplemental Insurance available during open enrollment once a year, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Paid Holidays on hire, • 403 (b) Retirement Plan