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CHRISTUS Health lists this CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN - Relocation Required opportunity in pasadena, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Job Description
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Summary:
The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for performing routine service duties and procedures necessary for the care, comfort, and safety of the Sisters; including performing skills to meet the activities of daily living (ADLs) and other procedures within the scope of the CNA responsibilities. The CNA will maintain a clean, safe environment that reflects the preferences and needs of the Sisters by utilizing basic knowledge of communication techniques, infection control, safety, body mechanics, and age-related differences when providing care.
The Certified Nurse Assistant is expected to behave in a manner consistent with the Core Values and must collaborate with other Associates and departments to ensure the overall mission is achieved.
Responsibilities:
* Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
* Provide care for any Villa de Matel (VDM) Sister as directed by the charge nurse.
* Accept assignments with adequate notice including changes in shifts in order to accommodate the staffing needs of VDM.
* Encourage and assist Sisters to participate in the spiritual, social, grooming, and therapeutic activities of VDM. Works with the providers/facilitators of these services.
* Obtain, observe, report, and record physiological, cognitive, and sensory data as requested by the licensed nurse or as indicated by the Sister's condition.
* Perform skills to meet ADLs or assist Sisters to perform their own ADLs.
* Perform assignments necessary for the operation of the department as delegated by the licensed nurse.
* Utilize good stewardship in the use of physical facilities, supplies, and equipment. Orders, replenishes, and obtains supplies and equipment as needed. Reports needed maintenance and unsafe conditions.
* Attend at least one educational offering each quarter and all mandatory in-services.
* Welcome and assist new Associates and Volunteers in their orientation to the Villa de Matel.
* Apply HIPAA regulations to everyone.
* Has verbal and written communication skills.
* Has the ability to remain patient and tactful while performing a variety of repetitive and sometimes unpleasant tasks.
* Has emotional maturity and ability to avoid intrusion of personal problems on quality and stability of service.
* Perform other duties as requested.
Rights of Sisters:
* Treat all Sisters with consideration and respect.
* Respects privacy during life and after death.
* Maintains confidentiality during life and after death.
* Encourages Sister to participate in her care, implements her choices and/or preferences when consistent with the approved plan of care, and reports to licensed nurse when unable to do so.
Related to Work Environment:
* Follow the policies and procedures of CHRISTUS Health and those specific to Villa de Matel Center.
Related to Associate Development:
* Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team and departmental meetings.
* Attend and participate in appropriate and approved education events.
* Provide feedback through Associate Satisfaction surveys and other focus groups/surveys to improve and maintain a great place to work.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
* High School diploma or GED required
Experience
* Previous gerontology experience preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* Current Texas Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) required
* BLS required
Work Schedule:
PRN
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Who can apply
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