Nurse Aide

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Location: 7657 Meredith Drive Gloucester VA 23061

Position Details

Full-Time or Part-Time, 7am to 3pm; Every other weekend is required

Full-Time or Part-Time, 3pm to 11pm; Every other weekend is required

Qualifications

Compassionate disposition and a desire to serve; prior experience not required.

Ability to fulfill both the physical and emotional needs of residents.

Direct-Care or other state specific certification required, or willingness to obtain.

CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain according to company policy.

Upholds resident confidentiality.

Flexible availability, including weekends, to ensure resident care and services.

Demonstrates sincere compassion and genuine concern for the well-being of seniors and their families.

Proficient in using basic office equipment, including personal computers, to maintain high job performance.

Aligns with Commonwealth Senior Living's mission of improving the lives of seniors, their families, and each other.

Primary Responsibilities

Directly assist residents with daily tasks, maintaining communication with the Resident Care Director regarding care provision and resident condition changes.

Aid residents with mobility, utilizing proper techniques and equipment to prevent accidents.

Make routine resident care rounds to ensure the needs of each resident are being met in accordance with their individualized care plan.

Assist with lifts, moves, and transport, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention.

Performs care that maintains each resident's skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears and other damage by changing incontinent residents.

Document daily care activities in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards.

Report any resident issues or concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.

Respond promptly and courteously to inquiries from residents, visitors, and staff, adhering to established policies.

Familiarize oneself with residents' individualized care plans and provide support accordingly.

Contribute insights to the care planning process by sharing observations of residents' needs and preferences.

Interact respectfully and effectively with residents, families, visitors, peers, and supervisors to foster a homelike environment.

Offer physical, emotional, and psychosocial support to residents and their families.

Adhere to residents' rights, promptly reporting any incidents or evidence of abuse or rights violations.

Implement safety and infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene and care techniques to prevent skin damage.

Maintain a safe working environment through accident prevention and adherence to safety protocols.

Attend all required training sessions, in-service programs, and staff meetings.

Maintain regular community with the Resident Care Director.

Fulfill any other duties as assigned.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The RCA must be capable of lifting, stooping, carrying, turning, and assisting high-risk residents, as well as operating medication carts. They must also be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, maintaining continuous movement throughout work hours. The ability to lift and/or carry 50 to 75 pounds is necessary. This position carries a medium risk of exposure to COVID-19 due to direct care provision to potentially positive resident.