Certified Nurse Assistant Job Description (Page 2 of 2) in pdf

• Practices good infection control techniques in all aspects of resident care,

including, but not limited to hand washing, linen handling, Foley

catheters, soiled resident clothing, etc. Reports any signs or symptoms of

infections or poor infection control practice by others to the Staff Nurse as

identified.

• Reports changes in resident’s condition immediately to the Staff Nurse.

• 7 Responds to requests from residents for assistance in a respectful and timely fashion. Answers call lights

promptly.

• Observes residents’ rights including, but not limited to, privacy, dignity, etc., when rendering care to residents as

required by Elmbrook Management’s policies and procedures, current standards of care and practice and

applicable state/federal regulations.

• Uses facility or resident equipment and supplies in an appropriate manner. Reports concerns or requests assistance

as indicated.

• Communicates suggestions or concerns from residents, other staff, visitors or others to the Staff Nurse in a timely,

factual and accurate manner.

• Practices good body mechanics during lifting and other physical exertions to prevent injuries to self or to others.

Observes all safety precautions as required in Elmbrook Management’s policies and procedures.

• Assists residents to social functions or to meals in a timely manner as assigned by the Staff Nurse or as indicated

in the overall plan of care.

• Participates in the orientation of new or temporary staff to the unit to assure continuity in the delivery of resident

care.

• Seeks assistance from the Staff Nurse when confronted with a resident problem that requires special attention.

• Provides restorative care to residents as assigned by the Staff Nurse or as indicated in the overall plan of care to

include, but not be limited to, range of motion, ambulation, positioning, toileting and others.

• Promotes and encourages social interactions from residents during meals, during direct care and at other times as

appropriate.

• Supports, maintains and assists with projects related to the Activity Programs of the facility.

• Performs other duties and functions as assigned by the Staff Nurse.

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1908 12th Avenue NW, Suite E Ardmore, Oklahoma 73401

(580) 226-3055

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