AL Resource CNA

Description

DEPARTMENT: NURSING

POSITION TITLE: ASSISTED LIVING COTTAGE RESOURCE CNA

RESPONSIBLE TO: ASSISTED LIVING COTTAGE COORDINATOR/ AL ADMINISTRATOR

EXPOSURE LEVEL: CATEGORY II

EXEMPTION STATUS: NON - EXEMPT

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SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Assisted Living Cottage Coordinator, this position provides quality, professional, nursing care and medical oversight to St. John’s Residents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Nursing

• Works closely with all healthcare providers including physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and nurse aides to determine appropriate care.
• Responds to and leads emergency situations.
• Completes medical records on elders.
• Performs record keeping according to policies developed by St. John’s United in accordance with State and Federal Regulations.
• Performs CNA duties as needed
• Work closely with Cottage Coordinator to ensure adequate staffing and quality care.
• Administers Medication proficiently as needed.
• Promotes the Elder’s well-being and satisfaction by supporting elder-centered care while working as a member of the Clinical Support Team.

Operations:

• Supplies: replenishes, orders, inventory and organization of all required general supplies including medical
• Nursing Equipment: manages the equipment used by nursing department inclusive of maintenance, cleaning and organizing
• Rounds frequently to ensure efficiency and compliance within the cottages

Resource

• Supervises staff in assigned areas & provides productive feedback to Cottage Coordinator.
• Coaches, mentors and educates assigned employees.
• Develops referral and supports relationships with Elders of all care levels.
• Facilitates appropriate staffing levels and schedule.
• Participates in community activities with staff and residents to build strong relationships within the cottages. 
• Assists with Process Development and Quality Improvement.

Communication/Reporting

• Reports pertinent issues to the Assisted Living on call as necessary.
• Manages on-call phone while on shift. This entails receiving and handling call offs respectfully and proficiently.
• Maintains inventory of equipment.
• Facilitates the delivery of equipment/supplies to the area of need. 
• Manipulates schedule to assure all care areas throughout campus have care coverage, most importantly during “crisis staffing”.
• Maintains the confidentiality of all Elder care information according to the St. John’s Policy on confidentially and Elders Rights.

Dining Services

• Assists in the meal time process, serving coffee, greeting residents, guests, family members.
• Ensures equipment temperatures are taken and documented on every scheduled shift. 
• Audits refrigerators/ freezers for compliance.
• Performs other duties as necessary to ensure a pleasant atmosphere and timely mealtime for all.

Safety

• Obeys safety rules of St. John’s United.
• Identifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazards.
• Attends Mandatory safety in-services.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics when transferring Elders.
• Follows established policies and procedures when exposed to blood/body fluids.
• Wears and/or uses safety equipment and supplies (i.e. gait belts, mechanical lifts, personal; protective equipment).

Mission/Customer Service

• Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals.
• Follows the St. John’s Guidelines for Customer Service:
• *Let the Mission be your guide
• *Make eye contact and smile
• *Greet & welcome each and every person
• *Seek out personal contact
• *Provide immediate service-listen & act
• *Use appropriate body language at all times
• *Be gracious to each & every person

Employee Responsibilities

• Follows policy and procedures on annual TB testing.
• Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.
• Attends and participates in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain license in accord with the State of Montana.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Requirements

• Must be licensed as a CNA in the State of Montana. 
• Two to five years of experience in Assis