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Job description
Nursing AssistantThe primary purpose of your job position is to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident's assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors.Report all changes in the resident's condition to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse as soon as practical.Assist residents with daily dental and mouth care (i.e., brushing teeth/dentures, oral hygiene, special mouth care, etc.).Assist residents with bath functions (i.e., bedbath, tub or shower bath, etc.) as directed.Assist residents with dressing/undressing as necessary.Assist residents with hair care functions (i.e., combing, brushing, shampooing, etc.).Assist residents with nail care (i.e., clipping, trimming, and cleaning the finger/toenails). (Note: Does not include diabetic residents.)Keep hair residents clean shaven (i.e., facial hair, under arms, on legs, etc.) as instructed.Keep residents dry and perform incontinent care (i.e., change gown, clothing, linen, etc., when it becomes wet or soiled).Change bed linens. Keep linens tight to avoid wrinkles from forming under the resident.Make beds (occupied and unoccupied).Put extra covers on beds as requested.Position bedfast residents in correct and comfortable position.Assist resident with bowel and bladder functions (i.e., take to bathroom, offer bedpan/urinal, portable commode, etc.).Check and report bowel movements and character of stools as instructed.Assist residents in preparing for activity and social programs (i.e., church services, parties, visitors, etc.).Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.Assist residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed.RequirementsMust have a Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate or be enrolled in a Temporary Nursing Assistant Program.Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept.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 possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
Worksite address
trinity, TX, 75862, US
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