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500 dollar sign on bonus! New Charleston Transitional Care Building-State of the Art Are you looking for a rewarding career helping others? Do you want to be a part of a dynamic team in Charleston, WV? Eastbrook is selecting Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to work with others to enrich the lives of those with whom we work and serve. Through principles, passion and purpose. Apply now to join us. In addition to competitive wages, you’ll benefit from: •Tuition reimbursement and advancement opportunities •Paid vacation •Health insurance •401(k) matching •And more! SHIFTS 7-3p, 3-11p, 11-7a Competitive pay plus shift diff for 3-11 and 11-7 SUMMARY:: Provides direct care to assigned residents under the supervision of a RN or LPN. Performs simple treatments and other tasks that do not require professional training or education; maintains compliance with established facility policies and procedures. Participates in educational programs and performs other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:: * Utilizes appropriate resources to know the care needs of assigned residents * Administers showers, bed baths, or tub baths * Provides oral hygiene including denture care * Cares for hearing aids safely * Takes oral, rectal, and axillary temperatures * Answers call lights. * Changes bed linens. * Toilets residents before and after meals and prn * Passes snacks and ice water * Assists residents for meals * Feeds residents who require assistance * Ambulates residents frequently * Assists residents in use of walker and/or cane * Shaves residents (male and female) * Transports residents to scheduled activities * Empties drainage bags in timely manner * Accurately completes all required forms: intake and output, food intake, flow sheet, accident/incident report, resident clothing sheet, CNA flow sheet * Attends to resident hygiene needs: provides nail care, administer perineal care, cleans glasses, checks residents hourly for dryness * Notifies nurse of any change in resident’s condition * Follows facility policy regarding restraints * Adheres to Bowel and Bladder Training Program QUALIFICATIONS:: * EDUCATION: * Must attend, complete, test satisfactorily and pass a state approved nursing assistant program * Become registered by testing and passing the Nurse Aide Competency Exam and maintain active certification * Attend required number of educational programs per month/quarter RESIDENTS’ RIGHTS : * Maintains the confidentiality of resident’s information * Honor resident’s personal and property rights * Understands all rights afforded to residents and acts

: : : Prestige Senior Living - Arbor Place enjoyed a deficiency-free survey in 2017, as well as winning the prestegious American Health Care Association "Bronze" award for high quality care of our residents! Check out the article here: https://www.ohca.com/ahcancal-announces-2017-bronze-national-quality-award-recipients/ : : : Tucked away in a beautiful corner of Medford, Oregon, Prestige Senior Living Arbor Place is a tranquil senior living community. From comfortably situated apartments, to a restaurant-style dining area and vibrant common spaces, Arbor Place offers many amenities and activities for residents to take advantage of. Arbor Place prides itself in the ability to meet each individual's scheduled and unscheduled needs around the clock in a way that promotes choice, convenience and independence for each resident. Our dedicated staff takes the time to know each resident as an individual and works together with families, neighbors and friends to ensure all our residents receive the best care. In addition to the many services and amenities, Arbor Place offers award-winning Expressions Memory Care Program, designed to make our residents feel accepted, important, comfortable… at home. Expressions creates a buffer against fear and the stress of dementia and other forms of cognitive impairment through activities that stimulate the body and mind, and enrich the life of our residents.: : Questions? Contact ArborPlaceED@prestigecare.com: : Build Your Healthcare Career with Prestige Care!: : Prestige Care is a family-owned and operated industry leader in the skilled nursing, assisted living, and rehabilitation space. As a Prestige Care team member, you are more than just an “employee,” you are part of our family. With a company focus on career development and advancement, there are many opportunities for advancement at our over 80 communities and care centers in 8 Western states. The healthcare career opportunities are endless and we look forward to collaborating with you to achieve your professionals goal. Check out the career path that you can take with Prestige Care below:: : : Job Summary: : Personal Care Attendant provides direct resident care, completes assignments as a universal worker, assists in maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents, and upholds Prestige’s core values of respect, integrity, commitment and trust. Essential Functions:: * Provides direct resident care while promoting resident dignity, independence and choice, regularly observes residents’ physical and mental conditions and reports changes to the Health Services Director, Expressions Coordinator, or Executive Director. * Assists with or performs ADL’s, takes vital signs and weights and accurately documents care services provided and observations on communication log and incident reports. Reports and documents all incidents and accidents immediately. * Assists residents to and from dining room and activities. * Performs First Aid and initiates emergency response procedures as required. * Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously and answers phones when assigned. * Follows and supports community fire safety and infection control practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions or equipment to immediate supervisor. * Serves meals in the dining room, assisting residents at meal time, provides resident tray delivery, and assists with dining room and kitchen clean up and maintenance. * Assists with tours, move-ins, move-outs, and transfers and coordinates personal care service with co-workers assisting with lifting and responds to assistance pages promptly. * Assists with apartment housekeeping services and residents laundry. * Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings. * Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications:: * High school diploma or GED with one or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred. * Must complete and pass competency evaluation within 120 days of employment, state required training including the Revised Fundamentals of Care, Dementia Care, First Aid, CPR and HIV training if not able to provide appropriate documentation of prior training. * Current First Aid and CPR certification. * Food Handlers permit if required by State. EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED KEYWORDS: Personal Care Attendant, PCA, healthcare, health care, senior living, assisted living, memory care, dementia, entry-level, entry level, C.N.A., CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, certified nursing assistant, entry level, entry-level

Duties and Responsibilities   Administrative Functions   Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing service department, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility. Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. Maintain a reference library of written nursing material (i.e., PDR'S, Federal and State Regulations, etc.) that will assist the nursing service department in meeting the day-to-day needs of the resident. Develop, maintain, and periodically update the Nursing Service Procedures Manual and nursing service objectives and philosophies. Develop and implement a nursing service organization structure. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department. Develop, maintain, and periodically update written job descriptions for each level of nursing personnel in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, OSHA, and other pertinent laws and regulations. Develop methods for coordination of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents' total regimen of care. Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the nursing service department. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies. Assist the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies. Assist the Discharge Planning Coordinator in developing, implementing and periodically updating the written procedures for the Discharge Planning Program. Assist the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.       Committee Functions   Serve on, participate in, and attend various committees of the facility (i.e., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Budget, Quality Assessment and Assurance, etc.) as required, and as appointed by the Administrator. Provide written and/or oral reports of the nursing service programs and activities as required, or as may be directed by such committee(s). Assist the Pharmaceutical Services Committee in developing, maintaining, implementing, and periodically updating written policies and procedures for the administration, storage, and control of medications and supplies. Schedule, attend, and participate in developing the agenda for Care Plan Committee meetings as necessary. Participate in regularly scheduled reviews of the Discharge Plans and make such plans available to the Care Plan Committee as required or as may be necessary. Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to nursing services.       Personnel Functions   Determine the staffing needs of the nursing service department necessary to meet the total nursing needs of the residents. Recommend the number and level of nursing personnel to be employed. Assist the Administrator and/or the Personnel Director in the recruitment and selection of nursing service personnel. Ensure that all nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved training program. Assign a sufficient number of licensed practical and/or registered nurses for each tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained. Assign a sufficient number of certified nursing assistants for each tour of duty to ensure that routine nursing care is provided to meet the daily nursing care needs of each resident. Ensure that all nurse aide trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Develop work assignments and schedule duty hours, and/or assist nursing supervisory staff in completing and performing such tasks. Delegate to nursing service supervisory personnel the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to perform their assigned duties. Assist the Personnel Director in developing performance evaluation schedules, criteria, and annual reviews for the nursing service department (e.g., RNs, LPNs, CNAs, medication aides, etc.). Make daily rounds of the nursing service department to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Monitor absenteeism to ensure that an adequate number of nursing care personnel are on duty at all times. Develop, maintain, and periodically update the written procedure for ensuring that professional nursing personnel, including private duty nurses, have valid and current licenses as required by this State. Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel.  Provide complaint/grievance reports to the Administrator as required or as may be necessary. Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status. Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in establishing a TB management program for employees. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents. Perform background checks on Nursing Service personnel in accordance with established procedures. Ensure that all CNA's credentials are verified through the State Nurse Aide Registry. Ensure that appropriate adverse personnel actions relative to CNA's employment criteria are reported to the State Nurse Aide Registry.       Nursing Care Functions   Participate in the interviewing and selection of residents for admission to the facility, including PASARR screenings. Provide the Administrator with information relative to the nursing needs of the resident and the nursing service department's ability to meet those needs. Inform nursing service personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc. Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions. Greet newly admitted residents upon admission.  Escort to room as necessary. Make rounds with physicians as necessary. Schedule physician visits as necessary. Encourage attending physicians to record and sign progress notes, physicians' orders, etc., on a timely basis and in accordance with current regulations. Ensure that direct nursing care be provided by a licensed nurse, a CNA, and/or a nurse aide trainee qualified to perform the procedure. Review nurses' notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided, that they reflect the resident's response to the care, and that such care is provided in accordance with the resident's wishes. Schedule daily rounds to observe residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met in accordance with the resident's request. Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled. Provide direct nursing care as necessary. Authorize the use of restraints when necessary and in accordance with our established policies and procedures. Ensure that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently.       Staff Development   Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of timely in-service training classes that provide instructions on "how to do the job," and ensure a well-educated nursing service department. Develop, implement, and maintain an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to the facility, its policies and procedures, and to his/her job position and duties. Provide leadership training that includes the administrative and supervisory principles essential for Nurse Supervisors/Charge Nurses. Encourage the nursing supervisory staff to attend and participate in outside training programs.  Schedule times as appropriate. Assist the Administrator in developing and revising the nursing assistant training curriculum used by the facility. Submit to state agency for approval as required. Assist the In-service Director/Educator in developing annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management,  and bloodborne pathogens standard. Assist the In-service Director/Educator in developing advance directive in-service training programs for the staff and community. Assist support services in developing, implementing, and conducting in-service training programs that relate to the nursing service department. Assist the In-service Director/Educator in the development of in-service training programs for the nursing staff. Ensure that these programs meet the continuing education requirements which allow licensed personnel (e.g., RNs, LPNs, CNAs, etc.) to keep their licenses on an active status. Attend and participate in continuing educational programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status. Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in the development of a TB management program.       Safety and Sanitation   Assist the Safety Officer in developing safety standards for the nursing service department. Ensure that the department's policy and procedure manuals identify safety precautions and equipment to use when performing tasks that could result in bodily injury. Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job-related functions to ensure that tasks in which potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing such tasks. Ensure that adequate supplies of personal protective equipment are on hand and are readily available to personnel who perform procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids. Monitor nursing service personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies. Ensure that nursing service work areas (i.e., nurses' stations, medicine preparation rooms, etc.) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure that all resident care rooms, treatment areas, etc., are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. Ensure that all nursing service personnel follow established departmental policies and procedures, including appropriate dress codes. Ensure that nursing service personnel participate in and conduct all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner. Assist the Infection Control Committee in the development, implementation, and revising of written aseptic and isolation techniques. Develop, implement and maintain a program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious diseases, including TB, among the residents and personnel. Ensure that nursing service personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary. Develop, implement, and maintain a procedure for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. Ensure that personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents. Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to the safety officer or other designated person.       Equipment and Supply Functions   Recommend to the Administrator the equipment and supply needs of the department. Ensure that a stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on premises at all times to adequately meet the needs of the resident. Assist the Maintenance Director in developing a preventive maintenance program for maintaining the nursing service department's equipment and supplies in a safe and operable manner. Develop and implement procedures for the safe operation of all nursing service equipment. Ensure that only trained and authorized personnel operate the department's equipment. Ensure that all personnel operate nursing service equipment in a safe manner. Develop and implement procedures that ensure nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste. Ensure that personal protective equipment used in the handling of infectious materials are available and easily accessible to nursing service personnel. Ensure that appropriate MSDSs are on file for hazardous chemicals used in the nursing service department.       Care Plan and Assessment Functions   Assist in the development of preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the nursing needs of each resident. Develop a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care. Encourage the resident and his/her family to participate in the development and review of the resident's plan of care. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in the scheduling of care plans and assessments to be presented and discussed at each committee meeting. Ensure that all personnel involved in providing care to the resident are aware of the resident 's care plan. Ensure that nursing personnel refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering daily care to the resident. Review nurses' notes to determine if the care plan is being followed. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. Review and revise care plans and assessments as necessary, but at least quarterly. Develop and maintain a good rapport with all services involved with the care plan to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive plan of care. Ensure that medical and nursing care is administered in accordance with the resident's wishes, including the implementation of advance directives.       Budget and Planning Functions   Prepare and plan the nursing service department's budget and submit to the Administrator for his/her review, recommendations, and/or approval. Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations, and recommend to the Administrator adjustments in nursing services that ensure the continued ability to provide quality care. Recommend to the Administrator the equipment and supply needs of the nursing service department.       Resident Rights   Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information. Monitor nursing care to ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect. Ensure that all nursing care is provided in privacy and that nursing service personnel knock before entering the resident's room. Ensure that all nursing service personnel are knowledgeable of the residents' responsibilities and rights including the right to refuse treatment. Review complaints and grievances made by the resident and make a written/oral report to the Administrator indicating what action(s) were taken to resolve the complaint or grievance. Follow facility's established procedures. Maintain a written record of the resident's complaints and/or grievances that indicates the action taken to resolve the complaint and the current status of the complaint. Ensure that appropriate notices are given to residents before their room or roommate is changed. Report and investigate all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property. Ensure that nursing staff personnel honor the resident's refusal of treatment request. Ensure that such requests are in accordance with the facility's policies governing advance directives. Ensure that the facility's policies and procedures governing advance directives are reviewed with the resident and/or representative. Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in developing and implementing a resident TB management program.     Working Conditions   Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses' stations, resident rooms, etc.). Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors. Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. On call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment,odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents' needs.   Education Requirements   Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.   Experience   Must have, as a minimum, _______ year(s) of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility. Must have, as a minimum, ________ months training experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.   Specific Requirements   Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.     Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)   Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of __________ pounds to a minimum height of __________ feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of _________ feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. 

Duties and Responsibilities   Administrative Functions   Assist the Assistant Director of Nursing Services in directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing activities in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility. Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. Ensure that reference material (i.e., PDR'S, Federal and State Regulations, etc.) maintained at the nurses' stations is current. Recommend written material that will assist the nursing service department in meeting the day-to-day needs of the resident. Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day to day nursing procedures performed in this facility. Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department. Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. Make recommendations for revisions to the Director. Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents' total regimen of care. Ensure that all nursing service personnel are in compliance with their respective job descriptions. Participate in the development, maintenance and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing Services. Periodically review the resident's written discharge plan. Participate in the updating of the resident's written discharge plan as required. Assist the Director in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary. Meet with the nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the department's services, programs, and activities. Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required. Complete accident/incident reports as necessary. Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.     Committee Functions Attend various committee meetings of the facility (i.e., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Quality Assessment, etc.) as required. Assist in preparing written and/or oral reports of the nursing service programs and activities to submit to such committee(s) as directed. Provide information to the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee as requested. Participate in developing the agenda for the Care Plan Committee meetings as necessary. Participate in regularly scheduled reviews of the discharge plans and make such plans available to the Care Plan Committee as required or as may be necessary. Implement recommendations from established committees as instructed by the Director.     Personnel Functions Ensure that a sufficient number of licensed practical and/or registered nurses are available for your tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained. Ensure that a sufficient number of certified nursing assistants are available for your tour of duty to ensure that routine nursing care is provided to meet the daily nursing care needs of each resident. Develop work assignments, and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks. Delegate to each Charge Nurse the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to perform his/her assigned duties. Ensure that all nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved nursing assistant training program. Ensure that all nurse aide trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Make daily rounds of the nursing service department to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report findings to the Director. Monitor absenteeism to ensure that an adequate number of nursing care personnel are on duty at all times. Report problem areas to the Director. Ensure that established policies and procedures, including dress codes, are followed by all departmental personnel. Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Director as required or as may be necessary. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to ensure that nursing services and activities can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift. Meet with your shift on a regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and/or to assist in the improvement of services. Review and evaluate your department's work force and make recommendations to the Director. Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining your shift's staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Director concerning employee dismissals, transfers, etc. Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents.     Nursing Care Functions Inform nursing service personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc. Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions. Greet newly admitted residents upon admission. Escort them to their rooms as necessary. Make rounds with physicians as necessary. Encourage attending physicians to record and sign progress notes, physicians' orders, etc., on a timely basis and in accordance with current regulations. Inform the Director when physician visits are not made in a timely manner. Consult with the resident, his/her family, and the resident's physician in planning the resident's care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary. Notify the resident's attending physician and next-of-kin when there is a change in the resident's condition. Visit residents on a daily basis in order to observe and evaluate each resident's physical and emotional status. Ensure that direct nursing care be provided by a licensed nurse, a certified nursing assistant, and/or a nurse aide trainee qualified to perform the procedure. Review nurses' notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided, that they reflect the resident's response to the care, and that such care is provided in accordance with the resident's wishes. Provide direct nursing care as necessary. Start IVs, obtain sputum, urine and other specimens for lab tests as ordered. Take TPRs, blood pressures, etc., as necessary. Admit, transfer and discharge residents as necessary. Report problem areas to the Director. Assist in developing and implementing corrective action. Keep the Director informed of the status of residents and other related matters through written/oral reports. Assist the Charge Nurse in monitoring seriously ill residents. Authorize the use of restraints when necessary and in accordance with our facilities policies and procedures. Ensure that all RNs and LPNs on your shift comply with written procedures for the administration, storage, and control of medications and supplies. Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled. Review medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders, and adherence to stop order policies. Inspect the nursing service treatment areas daily to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner. Ensure that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently. Meet with residents, and/or family members, as necessary. Report problems to the Director. Assist in arranging transportation for discharged residents as necessary. Inform family members of the death of the resident. Call funeral homes when requested by the family.     Staff Development   Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in-service training classes that provide instructions on "how to do the job," and ensure a well-educated nursing service department. Develop, implement, and maintain an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to your shift, its policies and procedures, and to his/her job position and duties. Provide leadership training that includes the administrative and supervisory principles essential for your Charge Nurses. Encourage your Charge Nurses to attend and participate in outside training programs. Schedule times as appropriate. Assist the Director in developing and revising the nursing assistant training curriculum used by the facility. Assist the Director in planning clinical supervision for nurse aide trainees. Assist the  In-service Director/Educator in developing annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard. Assist the In-service Director/Educator in developing advance directive in-service training programs for the staff and community. Assist support services in developing, implementing, and conducting in-service training programs that relate to the nursing service department. Assist the In-service Director/Educator in the development of in-service training programs for the nursing staff. Ensure that these programs meet the continuing education requirements which allow licensed personnel (e.g., RNs, LPNs, CNAs, etc.) to keep their license on an active status. Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status.     Safety and Sanitation Assist the Safety Officer in developing safety standards for the nursing service department as necessary. Assist the Director and/or Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job-related functions to ensure that tasks in which there is potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing such tasks. Ensure that an adequate supply of personal protective equipment is on hand and readily available to personnel who perform procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids. Ensure that personnel follow established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment. Monitor your shift's personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies. Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with established departmental policies and procedures. Ensure that nursing service work areas (i.e., nurses' stations, medicine preparation rooms, etc.) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure that all resident care rooms, treatment areas, etc., are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. Ensure that nursing service personnel follow established handwashing procedures. Ensure that nursing service personnel participate in and conduct all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner. Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious diseases among the residents and personnel. Ensure that nursing service personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary. Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of the procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. Ensure that all personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents. Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to the safety officer or other designated person.     Equipment and Supply Functions Recommend to the Director the equipment and supply needs of the department. Ensure that an adequate stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on premises at all times to meet the needs of the resident. Assist the Maintenance Director in developing a preventive maintenance program for maintaining the nursing service department's equipment and supplies in a safe and operable manner. Participate in the development and implementation of the procedures for the safe operation of all nursing service equipment. Ensure that only trained and authorized personnel operate the nursing service department's equipment. Ensure that all personnel operate nursing service equipment in a safe manner. Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste. Ensure that appropriate MSDSs are on file for hazardous chemicals used in the nursing service department.     Care Plan and Assessment Functions Participate in the development of written preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the nursing needs of each resident as necessary. Participate in the development of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care. Encourage the resident to participate in the development and review of his/her care plan. Review resident care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs. Ensure that all personnel involved in providing care to the resident are aware of the resident's care plan. Ensure that nursing personnel refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering daily care to the resident. Review nurses' notes to determine if the care plan is being followed. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. Review resident's medical and nursing treatments to ensure that they are provided in accordance with the resident's care plan and wishes.    Budget and Planning Functions Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations, and recommend to the Director adjustments in nursing services that ensure the continued ability to provide quality care. Recommend to the Director the equipment needs of the nursing service department.     Resident Rights Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information. Monitor nursing care to ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect. Ensure that all nursing care is provided in privacy and that nursing service personnel knock before entering the resident's room. Ensure that all nursing service personnel are knowledgeable of the residents' responsibilities and rights including the right to refuse treatment. Review complaints and grievances made by the resident and make a written/oral report to the Director indicating what action(s) were taken to resolve the complaint or grievance. Follow facility's established procedures. Maintain a written record of the resident's complaints and/or grievances that indicates the action taken to resolve the complaint and the current status of the complaint. Report and investigate all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property. Ensure that nursing staff personnel honor the resident's refusal of treatment request. Ensure that such requests are in accordance with the facility's policies governing advance directives.     Working Conditions Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses' stations, resident rooms, etc.). Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors. Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents' needs.   Education  Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.  Experience Must have, as a minimum, _____ year(s) of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility. Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.   Specific Requirements Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN or LPN/LVN in this state. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.   Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)  Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of __________ pounds to a minimum height of __________ feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of _________ feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. 

Duties and Responsibilities   Administrative Functions   Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility. Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating our written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. Ensure that reference material (i.e., PDR'S, Federal and State Regulations, etc.) maintained at the nurses' stations is current. Recommend to the Director written material that will assist the nursing service department in meeting the day-to-day needs of residents. Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current at all times and reflects the day-to-day nursing care procedures used by this facility. Develop and periodically update nursing service objectives and statements of philosophy. Assist in developing and implementing a nursing service organization structure. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director as necessary/ required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department. Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. Make recommendations for revisions of policies, procedures, etc., to the Director of Nursing Services. Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents' total regimen of care. Ensure that all nursing service personnel are following their respective job descriptions. Participate in developing, maintaining, and periodically updating the written job descriptions for each level of nursing personnel in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, OSHA, and other pertinent laws and regulations. Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the administrator or director of nursing services. Participate in developing, implementing, and periodically updating the resident's written discharge plan. Assist the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.     Committee Functions   In the absence of the Director, serve on, participate in, and attend various committees of the facility (i.e., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Budget, Quality Assurance & Assessment, etc.). Serve on the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee as directed. Assist the Director in preparing written and/or oral reports of the nursing service programs and activities to submit to such committee(s). Participate in the development, maintenance, implementation, and updating of the written policies and procedures for the administration, storage, and control of medications and supplies. Schedule, attend, and participate in developing the agenda for the Care Plan Committee meetings as necessary. Participate in regularly scheduled reviews of the discharge plans and make such plans available to the Care Plan Committee as required or as may be necessary. Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to nursing services.     Personnel Functions   Assist the Director in determining the staffing needs of the nursing service department. Recommend to the Director the number and level of nursing personnel to be employed. Assist the Director in the recruitment and selection of nursing service personnel. Ensure that a sufficient number of licensed practical and/or registered nurses are available for each tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained. Ensure that a sufficient number of certified nursing assistants are available for each tour of duty to ensure that routine nursing care is provided to meet the daily nursing care needs of each resident. Ensure that all nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved nursing assistant training program. Develop work assignments and schedule duty hours, and/or assist nursing supervisory staff in completing and performing such tasks. Ensure that all nurse aide trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Schedule work assignments and duty hours. Delegate to the Charge Nurses and Nurse Supervisors the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to perform their assigned duties. Assist the Director in preparing performance evaluations as directed. Participate in the development and implementation of performance evaluations for the nursing service department. Make daily rounds of the nursing service department to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report findings to the Director. Monitor absenteeism to ensure that an adequate number of nursing care personnel are on duty at all times. Report problem areas to the Director. Monitor the professional nurses' licensing status to ensure that they remain current. Inform nurses at least 30 days in advance of their license expiration date. Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Director as required or as may be necessary. Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status. Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as necessary. Ensure that all nursing personnel participate in the facility's TB testing program. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accident and incidents.     Nursing Care Functions   Participate in the interviewing and selection of residents for admission to the facility, including the PASARR screenings. Provide the Director with information relative to the nursing needs of the resident and to the nursing service department's ability to meet those needs. Inform nursing service personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc. Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions. Greet newly admitted residents upon admission. Escort them to their rooms as necessary. Make rounds with physicians as necessary. Inform the Director when physician visits are not made in a timely manner. Encourage attending physicians to record and sign progress notes, physicians' orders, etc., on a timely basis and in accordance with current regulations. Ensure that direct nursing care be provided by a licensed nurse, a certified nursing assistant, and/or a nurse aide trainee qualified to perform the procedure. Review nurses' notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided, that they reflect the resident's response to the care, and that such care is provided in accordance with the resident's wishes. Schedule daily rounds to observe residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met. Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled. Report medication errors to the Director. Provide direct nursing care as necessary. Report problem areas to the Director. Assist in developing and implementing corrective action. Authorize the use of restraints when necessary and in accordance with our established policies and procedures. Ensure that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently.     Staff Development   Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in-service training classes that provide instructions on "how to do the job," and ensure a well-educated nursing service department. Develop, implement, and maintain an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to the facility, its policies and procedures, and to his/her job position and duties. Provide leadership training that includes the administrative and supervisory principles essential for Nurse Supervisors/Charge Nurses. Encourage Nurse Supervisors/Charge Nurses to attend and participate in outside training programs. Schedule times as appropriate. Assist the Director in developing and revising the nursing assistant training curriculum used by the facility. Assist the Director in planning and conducting universal precautions in-service training. Assist the  In-service Director/Educator in developing annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard. Assist the In-service Director/Educator in developing advance directive in-service training programs for the staff and community. Assist support services in developing, implementing, and conducting in-service training programs that relate to the nursing service department. Assist the In-service Director/Educator in the development of in-service training programs for the nursing staff. Ensure that these programs meet the continuing education requirements which allow licensed personnel (e.g., RNs, LPNs, CNAs, etc.) to keep their license on an active status. Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status.     Safety and Sanitation   Assist the Safety Officer in developing safety standards for the nursing service department. Assist the Director and/or Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job-related functions to ensure that tasks in which there is potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing such tasks. Ensure that an adequate supply of personal protective equipment is on hand and readily available to personnel who perform procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids. Monitor nursing service personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies. Ensure that nursing service work areas (i.e., nurses' stations, medicine preparation rooms, etc.) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure that all resident care rooms, treatment areas, etc., are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. Ensure that all nursing service personnel follow established departmental policies and procedures, including appropriate dress codes. Ensure that nursing service personnel participate in and conduct all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner. Assist the Infection Control Committee in the development, implementation, and revising of written aseptic and isolation techniques. Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious diseases among the residents and personnel. Ensure that nursing service personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary. Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of the procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. Ensure that all personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when moving or lifting a resident. Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to the safety officer or other designated person.     Equipment and Supply Functions   Recommend to the Director the equipment and supply needs of the department. Ensure that an adequate stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on premises at all times to adequately meet the needs of the resident. Assist the Maintenance Director in developing a preventive maintenance program for maintaining the nursing department's equipment and supplies in a safe and operable manner. Participate in the development and implementation of the procedures for the safe operation of all nursing service equipment. Ensure that only trained and authorized personnel operate the department's equipment. Ensure that all personnel operate nursing service equipment in a safe manner. Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste. Ensure that appropriate MSDSs are on file for hazardous chemicals used in the nursing service department.     Care Plan and Assessment Functions   Participate in the development of written preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the nursing needs of each resident. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. Participate in the development of a written care plan (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care. Encourage the resident and his/her family to participate in the development and review of the resident's plan of care. Assist in the scheduling of care plans and assessments to be presented and discussed at each committee meeting. Ensure that all personnel involved in providing care to the resident are aware of the resident's care plan. Ensure that nursing personnel refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering daily care to the resident. Review nurses' notes to determine if the care plan is being followed. Review and revise care plans and assessments as necessary, but at least quarterly. Develop and maintain a good rapport with all services involved with the care plan to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing the resident's comprehensive care plan. Be sure that staff members are providing care that reflects the wishes of the resident.     Budget and Planning Functions   Participate in the preparation of and planning of the nursing service department's budget and submit to the Director for his/her review, recommendations, and/or approval. Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations, and recommend to the Director adjustments in nursing services that ensure the continued ability to provide quality care. Recommend to the Director the equipment needs of the nursing service department.     Resident Rights   Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information. Monitor nursing care to ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect. Ensure that all nursing care is provided in privacy and that nursing service personnel knock before entering the resident's room. Ensure that all nursing service personnel are knowledgeable of the residents' responsibilities and rights including the right to refuse treatment. Review complaints and grievances made by the resident and make a written/oral report to the Director indicating what action(s) were taken to resolve the complaint or grievance. Follow facility's established procedures. Maintain a written record of the resident's complaints and/or grievances that indicates the action taken to resolve the complaint and the current status of the complaint. Ensure that appropriate notices are received by the resident before his/her room or roommate is changed. Report and investigate all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property. Ensure that nursing staff personnel honor the resident's refusal of treatment request. Ensure that such requests are in accordance with the facility's policies governing advance directives. Review the facility's advance directive policies and procedures with resident and/or family members as necessary.   Working Conditions   Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses' stations, resident rooms, etc.). Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors. Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents' needs.   Education   Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.   Experienc e   Must have, as a minimum, ________ year(s) of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility. Must have, as a minimum, ________ months training experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.   Specific Requirements   Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)   Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of __________ pounds to a minimum height of __________ feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of _________ feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. 

Summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant assists the Registered Nurse in providing care for a defined group of patients under the direction of the RN. He/She provides nursing care to promote recovery, prevent illness and assist patients and families to reach optimal health. Education: High School education or equivalent is preferred. Must have a current Rhode Island CNA license.  BLS required.  Experience:  Prefer a minimum of one year in an acute care setting. Previous emergency room experience required. 

GENERAL SUMMARY/BASIC PURPOSE OF JOB: The unlicensed assistant personnel perform(s) direct patient care and a variety of clinical and environmental tasks delegated by, and under the direction of the Registered Nurse. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES   · Accepts and carries out assignments from Registered Nurse/designee in consideration of unit needs and as appropriate to clinical experience. · Answers call lights promptly; and responds to patient needs when within the realm of the job description and communicates other patient needs to the patient's nurse. · Provides general comfort measures to patients including, but not limited to: positioning, turning, back rubs, linen change, ambulating, dangling, sitting, walking, and offering bed pan. · Cares for patients in a manner that demonstrates understanding of their cognitive, physical, emotional and age specifics needs. · Performs patient care rounds and anticipates patient care needs. MINIMUM EDUCATION: • High School graduate or GED required. • Graduate of Basic Nursing Assistant Program required  MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: • Minimum one-year hospital/comparable experience within the last 5 years preferred. REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS: • Certified by Illinois Department of Public Health.

Shift available Part Time 2:30P-11P: Summary of Duties: Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA will be responsible for providing each of the assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan as directed. Essential Job Functions: * Assist in providing nursing care to residents as assigned including activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, grooming, toileting, and obtaining vital signs. * Provide and document medication assistance as directed. * Provide assistance to the residents as needed in preparing for medical testing, activities programs, and visitation. * Maintain residents living area clean, neat, and change linens as directed. * Greet newly admitted residents upon admission. Escort resident to room. * Report changes in the resident’s condition (i.e., areas of redness, skin tears, bruising, mental status change, eating habits, medical needs, etc.) to the charge nurse immediately. * Check each resident routinely to ensure that his/her personal care needs are being met in accordance with his/her wishes as needed. * Assist in transporting residents to/from appointments, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary. * Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., as necessary. * Obtain and record the resident’s blood sugar, as directed, using the Free Style Glucose Monitoring machine. * Utilize the Smart Charting IPAC to record the selected ADLs and meals. * Complete incident reports in a timely manner along. * Perform other duties as assigned. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA or obtain certification within 4 months of hire. Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA experience preferred. Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions: * Must be able to move consistently throughout the work day. * Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the work day. * Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. * Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance. * Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day. * Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. CNA Certified Nursing Assistant C.N.A.

FULL TIME-2ND SHIFT (SNF) (2 openings) PART TIME-1ST SHIFT (SNF) (2 OPENINGS) PART TIME -2ND SHIFT (SNF) (3 OPENINGS) PART TIME-3RD SHIFT (SNF) (2 OPENINGS) We are without a doubt the most premier retirement community in the area, and are a dream come true for a Certified Nurse Assistant. At a Watermark Community our care staff does so much more than what the title reflects. This is why we choose to call our care staff “NAYAS.” Naya is an ancient Sanskrit word that means GUIDE, PERSON of WISDOM, and LEADER. Does that sound like the CNA you are? We are currently looking to hire people who want to make a positive impact on the lives of those we care for. Your job should provide a sense of accomplishment, joy and gratification. We can provide that for you! If you have a passion for working with seniors and have experience as a CNA in assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care then come on board with us. We look forward to meeting you! Job Requirements: * Current Certified Nursing Assistant license * 1 year experience as a CNA in an assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care or home care setting * Able to work weekends and holidays * Diligent in paper work * Excellent work ethic * Great assessment skills * Computer skills with online systems * Interested in learning and growing your skill set What we can provide for you:: * Excellent Benefits * Training and continuing education * Comprehensive onboarding program * Coaching and mentoring

****Assisted Living Openings Part Time 1st Shift -every other weekend Part Time 3rd Shift-every other weekend with Mon and Fri Full Time 2nd Shift 5 days per week ****Memory Care Openings Part Time 1st Shift-every other weekend Part Time 2nd Shift-every other weekend Part Time 3rd Shift-every other weekend We are without a doubt the most premier retirement community in the area, and are a dream come true for a Certified Nurse Assistant. At a Watermark Community our care staff does so much more than what the title reflects. This is why we choose to call our care staff “NAYAS.” Naya is an ancient Sanskrit word that means GUIDE, PERSON of WISDOM, and LEADER. Does that sound like the CNA you are?: We are currently looking to hire people who want to make a positive impact on the lives of those we care for. Your job should provide a sense of accomplishment, joy and gratification. We can provide that for you! If you have a passion for working with seniors and have experience as a CNA in assisted living and memory care, then come on board with us. We look forward to meeting you!: Job Requirements: * Current Certified Nursing Assistant license * 1-year experience as a CNA in an assisted living, memory care or home care setting * Able to work weekends and holidays * Diligent in paper work * Excellent work ethic * Great assessment skills * Computer skills with online systems * Interested in learning and growing your skill set What we can provide for you:: * Excellent Benefits * Training and continuing education * Comprehensive onboarding program * Coaching and mentoring

a : : Recruiting for a Seasoned CNA to join our All Star Team: Help us hit a Grand slam for our Residents! If you love Senior’s and are interested in providing assistance to residents with the activities of daily living come join our Team. Our draft pick must be 18 years of age with certification indicating successful completion of a Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program (CNA) and Competency Exam. Must be a professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Prior CNA experience desired. If you have the passion to go extra innings to care for seniors in need of Affordable Assisted Living services, come join our Championship Team.

a The emphasis at Belvedere Senior Housing is on providing residents with the Love, Compassion, Dignity they deserve and on helping each resident maintain as much independence as possible for as long as possible. We are currently hiring Full Part time QMA's for our beautiful brand new community in Merrillville. Are you ready to make a difference? : : : Recruiting for a Seasoned QMA to join our All Star Team! : : Help us hit a Grand slam for our Residents! If you love Senior’s and are interested in providing assistance to residents with the activities of daily living come join our Team.: Our draft pick must be 18 years of age with certification indicating successful completion of Qualified Medication Aide Registration Program in Indiana: 1 year experience preferred. Must be certified and provide documentation indicating successful completion of a Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program (CNA) and Competency Exam in Indiana. Must be a professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Prior CNA experience desired.: : If you have the passion to go extra innings to care for seniors in need of Affordable Assisted Living services, come join our Championship Team. :

Join an award-winning team! Our community won the the prestigious 2018 "Bronze" award through the American Health Care Association for quality care of our residents. We are one of only a small handful of care centers in the entire state of Oregon to enjoy this award and designation! : On a beautiful campus overlooking the Willamette River, our Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community offers you the opportunity to live in a private apartment surrounded by your own personal belongings and treasures. We have staff committed to long-term relationships that provide thoughtful and competent care customized for our resident's needs.: : Questions? Contact HomewoodHeightsED@prestigecare.com: : Build Your Healthcare Career with Prestige Care: : Prestige Care is a family-owned and operated industry leader in the skilled nursing, assisted living, and rehabilitation space. As a Prestige Care team member, you are more than just an “employee,” you are part of our family. With a company focus on career development and advancement, there are many opportunities for advancement at our over 80 communities and care centers in 8 Western states. The healthcare career opportunities are endless and we look forward to collaborating with you to achieve your professionals goal. Check out the career path that you can take with Prestige Care below:: : : : : : Job Summary:: Personal Care Attendant provides direct resident care, completes assignments as a universal worker, assists in maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents, and upholds Prestige’s core values of respect, integrity, commitment and trust. Essential Functions:: * Provides direct resident care while promoting resident dignity, independence and choice, regularly observes residents’ physical and mental conditions and reports changes to the Health Services Director, Expressions Coordinator, or Executive Director. * Assists with or performs ADL’s, takes vital signs and weights and accurately documents care services provided and observations on communication log and incident reports. Reports and documents all incidents and accidents immediately. * Assists residents to and from dining room and activities. * Performs First Aid and initiates emergency response procedures as required. * Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously and answers phones when assigned. * Follows and supports community fire safety and infection control practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions or equipment to immediate supervisor. * Serves meals in the dining room, assisting residents at meal time, provides resident tray delivery, and assists with dining room and kitchen clean up and maintenance. * Assists with tours, move-ins, move-outs, and transfers and coordinates personal care service with co-workers assisting with lifting and responds to assistance pages promptly. * Assists with apartment housekeeping services and residents laundry. * Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings. * Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications:: * High school diploma or GED with one or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred. * Must complete and pass competency evaluation within 120 days of employment, state required training including the Revised Fundamentals of Care, Dementia Care, First Aid, CPR and HIV training if not able to provide appropriate documentation of prior training. * Current First Aid and CPR certification. * Food Handlers permit if required by State. EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED KEYWORDS: Personal Care Attendant, PCA, healthcare, health care, senior living, assisted living, memory care, dementia, entry-level, entry level, C.N.A., CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, certified nursing assistant

FREE NURSING ASSISTANT PREPARATORY COURSE!: Solaris Healthcare Palatka is looking for people that have the desire to learn and grow within our facility. Let us prepare you to take your state nursing assistant exam, which we will pay for once you have successfully completed the 2 week preparatory course. The course times are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for 2 weeks. The following is the description for a Certified Nursing Assistant CNA which would apply to you once you have passed your state exam and we have extended an offer of employment: Position Summary:: Provides direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Assists patient with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, comforts and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of residents. Qualifications:: * Health – Ability to meet performance requirements * Education and Training: * Must be Certified Nursing Assistant. * Attend in-service programs, as assigned, to learn procedures and develop skills and meet state requirements. * Personal Qualifications: * Sensitive to our patients’ physical and psychosocial needs. * Ability to follow oral and written instructions. * Capable of charting accurately in the Patient Care Record or * other similar form. * Pleasant and cheerful personality. * Tactful and courteous approach with patients and visitors. * Treat all patient information as confidential material. * Adhere to dress code as directed by Center Policy (see Personnel Manual). * Duties and Responsibilites: * Understands and practices universal precautions with all patient care. * Performs all tasks/procedures included on assignment or reports to nurse any tasks not completed. * Assists in the preparation for admission of patients. * Assists in and accompany patients in admission, transfer and discharge procedures. * Provides post-mortem care. * Provides morning care, which may include bed bath, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, dressing patients, changing bed linen, cleaning overbed table and bedside stand, straightening room and other general care as necessary throughout the day. * Provided evening care, which included hand/face washing as needed, oral hygiene, special skin care, freshening linen, cleaning overbed tables, straightening room, and other general care as needed. * Provides general nursing care such as positioning patients; lifting and turning patients; applying/utilizing special equipment; assisting in use of bedpan, urinal or commode and ambulating the patient using a gait belt. * Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure and intake and output measurements. * Adheres to policies and procedures of the Center and the * Department of Nursing. * Participates in socialization activities on the unit and assists * patients to activities. * Turns and positions as ordered and/or as needed, making sure no rough surfaces are in direct contact with the body. Lifts and turns with proper and safe mechanics and with available resources. * Checks for reddened areas or skin breakdown and reports to an RN or LPN. * Ensures that patients are dressed properly and assists as necessary. Ensures that clothing is properly stored in dressers or on hangers. Ensures that all patients are clean and dry at all times. * Checks unit for adequate linen and supplies. * Restrains patients properly when ordered. Understands reason for restraint and suggests less restrictive measures if possible. * Accompanies patients to appointments as directed. * Provides reality orientation in daily care. * Prepares patients for meals and services, removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients. * Distributes drinking water and other nourishments to patients. * Performs general care activities for patients in isolation, adhering to the Center’s Infection Control Policies. * Answers patients’ call lights, anticipates patients’ needs, and makes rounds to assigned patients. * Assists patients with handling and care of clothing and other personal property (including dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids and prosthetic devices). * Collects and transports specimens as directed. * Reports (and records when appropriate) any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients and any unusual incidents. * Familiar with Nursing Care Plans and contributes when new information available. * Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment, reports equipment that is out of order, reports other problems to the charge nurse, maintains appropriate handling of clean and soiled linen and stores supplies on the unit. * Practices careful, efficient and non-wasteful use of supplies and linen and follows established charge procedures for patient charge items.

Now hiring CNAs to join our team. : Competitive pay + experience factor + wide array of benefits including: : * LPN RN tuition assistance programs: * Vacation awarded at six months: * Vacation payout program: * Employee Assistance Program (EAP): * Employee referral bonus program : * Cell phone services discount (Verizon): : Apply Today!: : Keywords: Eldora, Valley View, Grundy Center, Iowa Falls, Ackley, Aplington, Parkersburg, Iowa, IA, Care Initiatives, CNA: PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION: Under on-site supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant provides personal care and supervision to residents in a manner conducive to their safety, comfort, security and the greatest degree of independence possible. Operates within the parameters of each resident’s care plan and daily schedule as determined by the interdisciplinary team, and within the practice limitations of certification. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Follow established performance standards and perform duties according to nursing service policies and procedures. * Perform resident care techniques and procedures according to certification instruction, in-service education, or instruction from supervisor. * Identify resident problems and concerns and report them immediately to a charge nurse or a licensed nurse. * Conduct resident rounds as assigned. * Initiate corrective action as necessary and/or seek assistance of a licensed nurse. Qualifications: : Education/Certification/License: * Current, valid Iowa Nursing Assistant Certification, as evidenced by listing on Iowa’s Nurse Aide Registry or documentation of successful completion of competency and skills tests from an approved testing agency. Knowledge: * None Experience: * None Skills/Abilities: * Functional Literacy in written and spoken English. * Proficient interpersonal relationships and communication skills. * Ability to follow written and oral instructions. * Complete assignments timely, completely and accurately. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY: Authority is delegated to the individual in this position to: * Provide care to residents following facility policies and procedures. * Report residents’ needs and concerns to a licensed nurse. EOE / AAP Veterans and Disabled

Part Time- Healthcare/Rehab: "Benefits available for Part- Time employees" Night Shift: ( 3 p.m.- 11 p.m.) Every other weekend off Competitive pay Free uniforms NHC Place, Farragut was opened in 1998. We service a wide range of patients from those who need assisted living, to those who need a short stay for rehabilitation. Today we have 100 beds in our Health Care Center to accommodate our patients. Patients will receive a range of specialized health care services based on their personal needs. NHC Place, Farragut is recognized as an innovator in the delivery of quality long-term care. Our approach to healthcare is centered on the individual needs of each patient. Compassion is our primary focus so that families feel at ease knowing their loved ones are in the hands of people who care about their well-being. We work hard to ensure the best possible care for every patient. In our Assisted Living Center, residents can continue to live an enjoyable lifestyle in this elegant, comfortable environment in their own spacious apartments. Our 84 apartments, six different floor plans and your own decor make this space truly home. Opening in late 2018, NHC Place, Farragut will be offering Memory Care Assisted Living in our new 60–bed center. Our compassionate, dementia-trained team of dedicated staff members provides ability-centered activities with personal, everyday assistance. : General Purpose: Provides direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Assists patient with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, comforts and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of residents. DEPARTMENT:: Nursing IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:: RN or LPN QUALIFICATIONS:: Health – Ability to meet performance requirements.: Education and Training:: * Must be certified nursing assistant or currently enrolled in a nurse aide training program. * Attend in-service programs, as assigned, to learn procedures and develop skills and meet state requirements. Personal Qualifications:: * Sensitive to our patients’ physical and psychosocial needs. * Ability to follow oral and written instructions. * Capable of charting accurately in the Patient Care Record or other similar form. * Pleasant and cheerful personality. * Tactful and courteous approach with patients and visitors. * Treat all patient information as confidential material. * Adhere to dress code as directed by center policy (see Personnel Manual.) PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Responsible for handling and caring for patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort under the direction of licensed nurses and patients’ physicians. Physical Demands:: * Able to be on feet 7-8 hours per day. * Able to lift 60-70 lbs. on frequent basis. * Able to bend, stoop, squat or twist frequently in a day. * Able to see and hear adequately in order to respond to auditory and visual requests from patients. * Able to speak clearly enough to adequately communicate with patients who may be hearing impaired. * Upper extremity mobility which does not impede fine motor coordination and manual dexterity. * Able to read and write so that center charting requirements can be met. * Report any medical conditions, such as communicable disease, that might interfere with providing direct patient care. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Required:: * Understands and practices universal precautions with all patient. * Performs all tasks/procedures included on assignment or reports to charge nurse any tasks not completed. * Assists in the preparation for admission of patients. * Assists in and accompany patients in admission, transfer and discharge procedures. * Provides post-mortem care. * Provides morning care, which may include bed bath, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, dressing patients, changing bed linen, cleaning overbed table and bedside stand, straightening room, and other general care as necessary throughout the day. * Provides evening care, which includes hands/face washing as needed, oral hygiene, special skin care, freshening linen, cleaning overbed tables, straightening room, and other general care as needed. * Provides general nursing care such as positioning patients; lifting and turning patients; applying/utilizing special equipment; assisting in use of bedpan, urinal or commode; and ambulating the patient using a gait belt. * Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure and intake and output measurements. * Adheres to policies and procedures of the center the Department of Nursing. * Participates in socialization activities on the unit and assists patients to activities. * Turns and positions as ordered and/or as needed, making sure no rough surfaces are in direct contact with the body. Lifts and turns with proper and safe mechanics and with available resources. * Checks for reddened areas or skin breakdown and reports to an RN or LPN. * Ensures that patients are dressed properly and assists as necessary. Ensures that clothing is properly stored in dressers or on hangers. Ensures that all patients are clean and dry at all times. * Checks unit for adequate linen and supplies. * Restrains patients properly when ordered. Understands reason for restraint and suggests less restrictive measures if possible. * Accompanies patients to appointments as directed. * Provides reality orientation in daily care. * Prepares patients for meals and services, removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients. * Distributes drinking water, ice and other nourishments to patients. * Performs general care activities for patients in isolation, adhering to the center’s Infection Control Policies. * Answers patients’ call lights, anticipates patients’ needs, and makes rounds to assigned patients. * Assists patients with handling and care of clothing and other personal property (including dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids and prosthetic devices). * Collects and transports specimens as directed. * Reports (and records when appropriate) any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients and any unusual incidents. * Familiar with Nursing Care Plans and contributes when new information available. * Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment, reports equipment that is out of order, reports other problems to the charge nurse, maintains appropriate handling of clean and soiled linen and stores supplies on the unit. * Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationship with patients, family members, and other center personnel, while assuring confidentiality of patient information. * Attends in-service education programs and participates in Silver Chair Training, as assigned, to learn new procedures, develop skills, etc. * Practices careful, efficient and non-wasteful use of supplies and linen, and follows established charge procedures for patient charge items. Other Demands:: * Willingness to work with the realization that errors may have serious consequences for patients. * Patience and tact in dealing with patients. * Review and practice the promises of NHC’s Better Way expectations. * Willingness to perform a variety of simple repetitive tasks. * Subject to night, weekend and holiday duty. * Able to establish and maintain relationships with patients, family members, and other center personnel, while assuring confidentiality of patient information. THE ABOVE STATEMENTS REFLECT THE GENERAL DUTIES CONSIDERED NECESSARY TO DESCRIBE THE PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB AS IDENTIFIED, AND SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ALL THE WORK REQUIREMENTS THAT MAY BE INHERENT IN THE POSITION.:

: : Our residents come to Assisted Living at Summerplace to celebrate the best of life. Our community is conveniently located off Interstate 84 in northeast Portland and offers programs and activities that offer something new and exciting each day to residents, and their friends and families. : Summerplace utilizes an innovative wellness program, Celebrations, that is designed to nurture mind, body and spirit, and give you the choices and freedom to celebrate life. As your partner in active aging, it is our goal to help you achieve an optimum level of health and wellness throughout all aspects of your life. : Additionally, our community offers the award-winning Expressions Memory Care Program, which provides people with dementia an outlet for creativity through arts, learning, and spirituality. Designed to keep up with all the latest research and information surrounding dementia, Summerplace’s team aligns with experts in the field of Alzheimer’s research to continually provide refreshed programming for residents, and ongoing training and education for our amazing staff and families. : : Questions? Contact SummerplaceED@prestigecare.com: : Build Your Healthcare Career with Prestige Care: : Prestige Care is a family-owned and operated industry leader in the skilled nursing, assisted living, and rehabilitation space. As a Prestige Care team member, you are more than just an “employee,” you are part of our family. With a company focus on career development and advancement, there are many opportunities for advancement at our over 80 communities and care centers in 8 Western states. The healthcare career opportunities are endless and we look forward to collaborating with you to achieve your professionals goal. Check out the career path that you can take with Prestige Care below:: : : : Job Summary:: Personal Care Attendant provides direct resident care, completes assignments as a universal worker, assists in maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents, and upholds Prestige’s core values of respect, integrity, commitment and trust. Essential Functions:: * Provides direct resident care while promoting resident dignity, independence and choice, regularly observes residents’ physical and mental conditions and reports changes to the Health Services Director, Expressions Coordinator, or Executive Director. * Assists with or performs ADL’s, takes vital signs and weights and accurately documents care services provided and observations on communication log and incident reports. Reports and documents all incidents and accidents immediately. * Assists residents to and from dining room and activities. * Performs First Aid and initiates emergency response procedures as required. * Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously and answers phones when assigned. * Follows and supports community fire safety and infection control practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions or equipment to immediate supervisor. * Serves meals in the dining room, assisting residents at meal time, provides resident tray delivery, and assists with dining room and kitchen clean up and maintenance. * Assists with tours, move-ins, move-outs, and transfers and coordinates personal care service with co-workers assisting with lifting and responds to assistance pages promptly. * Assists with apartment housekeeping services and residents laundry. * Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings. * Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications:: * High school diploma or GED with one or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred. * Must complete and pass competency evaluation within 120 days of employment, state required training including the Revised Fundamentals of Care, Dementia Care, First Aid, CPR and HIV training if not able to provide appropriate documentation of prior training. * Current First Aid and CPR certification. * Food Handlers permit if required by State. EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED KEYWORDS: Personal Care Attendant, PCA, healthcare, health care, senior living, assisted living, memory care, dementia, entry-level, entry level, C.N.A., CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, certified nursing assistant

: : Our residents come to Assisted Living at Summerplace to celebrate the best of life. Our community is conveniently located off Interstate 84 in northeast Portland and offers programs and activities that offer something new and exciting each day to residents, and their friends and families. : Summerplace utilizes an innovative wellness program, Celebrations, that is designed to nurture mind, body and spirit, and give you the choices and freedom to celebrate life. As your partner in active aging, it is our goal to help you achieve an optimum level of health and wellness throughout all aspects of your life. : Additionally, our community offers the award-winning Expressions Memory Care Program, which provides people with dementia an outlet for creativity through arts, learning, and spirituality. Designed to keep up with all the latest research and information surrounding dementia, Summerplace’s team aligns with experts in the field of Alzheimer’s research to continually provide refreshed programming for residents, and ongoing training and education for our amazing staff and families. : : Questions? Contact SummerplaceED@prestigecare.com: : Build Your Healthcare Career with Prestige Care: : Prestige Care is a family-owned and operated industry leader in the skilled nursing, assisted living, and rehabilitation space. As a Prestige Care team member, you are more than just an “employee,” you are part of our family. With a company focus on career development and advancement, there are many opportunities for advancement at our over 80 communities and care centers in 8 Western states. The healthcare career opportunities are endless and we look forward to collaborating with you to achieve your professionals goal. Check out the career path that you can take with Prestige Care below:: : : : Job Summary:: Personal Care Attendant provides direct resident care, completes assignments as a universal worker, assists in maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents, and upholds Prestige’s core values of respect, integrity, commitment and trust. Essential Functions:: * Provides direct resident care while promoting resident dignity, independence and choice, regularly observes residents’ physical and mental conditions and reports changes to the Health Services Director, Expressions Coordinator, or Executive Director. * Assists with or performs ADL’s, takes vital signs and weights and accurately documents care services provided and observations on communication log and incident reports. Reports and documents all incidents and accidents immediately. * Assists residents to and from dining room and activities. * Performs First Aid and initiates emergency response procedures as required. * Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously and answers phones when assigned. * Follows and supports community fire safety and infection control practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions or equipment to immediate supervisor. * Serves meals in the dining room, assisting residents at meal time, provides resident tray delivery, and assists with dining room and kitchen clean up and maintenance. * Assists with tours, move-ins, move-outs, and transfers and coordinates personal care service with co-workers assisting with lifting and responds to assistance pages promptly. * Assists with apartment housekeeping services and residents laundry. * Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings. * Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications:: * High school diploma or GED with one or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred. * Must complete and pass competency evaluation within 120 days of employment, state required training including the Revised Fundamentals of Care, Dementia Care, First Aid, CPR and HIV training if not able to provide appropriate documentation of prior training. * Current First Aid and CPR certification. * Food Handlers permit if required by State. EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED KEYWORDS: Personal Care Attendant, PCA, healthcare, health care, senior living, assisted living, memory care, dementia, entry-level, entry level, C.N.A., CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, certified nursing assistant

This position is responsible for providing residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with the resident's assessment and plan of care, and as may be directed by the department director or supervisor.   Advances the value that the resident comes first.   The employee values the Community as the residents' home and works to create attributes of home and models person centered care. Education, Experience and/or Training: Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with laws of the state.   High School diploma or equivalent desired. Previous 6 months of experience in long-term care desired. Physical or Mental Demands: This position is classified as Medium Work for physical exertion requirements.   Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.     

*Exceptional People to provide Exceptional Care*   Would you like to use your skill and experience as a certified nursing assistant (CNA/LNA) to make a difference in the lives of people nearing the end of their journey?   Merrimack Valley Hospice is looking for qualified, compassionate, dependable CNA's /LNA's to work in our service area that includes the Merrimack Valley, Northeastern MA, and Southern, NH Assist our clients with personal care, feeding, ambulations and transfers, meal preparation, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, and companionship.  Work under the supervision of the primary registered nurse as part of an on-going, medically approved hospice plan of care. Must have a current CNA license in MA and NH.  Position requires a valid driver’s license, and High School Diploma or GED Must have reliable transportation.