Patient Care Associate Per Diem

Job Description:

RSU Per diem PCA/CNA

Position Summary

The primary role of the Nursing Assistant is to protect, sustain, and nurture the residents/patients that live at the Center. They provide assistance with activities of daily living, care of the resident/patient’s environment, and meet other needs as required. The goal of the work of the nursing assistant is to provide assistance that promotes a high quality of life for the residents/patients. The nursing assistant works as a member of a team that seeks to achieve a home like setting while maintaining excellence in all areas of care.

In addition, the nursing assistant will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize resident/patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the unit/households, and strive to make every resident/patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion with all interactions with residents and with families
• Articulates importance of supporting independence and resident choice when caring for residents
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork
• Articulates commitment to excellence and high quality care
• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and resident care

III. Position Responsibilities:

• 1.      Recognize and respond to the needs of the residents/patients and families
• 2.      Recognize and communicate changes in the resident/patient’s condition to the appropriate nursing team member
• 3.      *Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environment
• 4.      Participate in Quality Improvement programs
• 5.      *Assist residents/patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plans

6.      *Document pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the resident/patient’s electronic medical record.

• 7.       Report accidents and incidents as they occur
• 8.      Report any observed or suspected resident/patient abuse immediately
• 9.      Observe and report skin integrity
• 10.  Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as needed

11.  *Be proficient in obtaining vital signs and other procedures such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, blood glucose levels, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directed

• 12.  Perform electrocardiograms and bladder scans
• 13.  Follow infection control practices
• 14.  Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes
• 15.  *Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the resident/patient according to HIPPA regulations
• 16.  *Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, residents/patients and families
• 17.  Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage resident/patient engagement
• 18.  Maintain cleanliness of the resident/patient’s room and common program areas
• 19.  Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks
• 20.  Participate in committee meetings
• 21.  Other duties as assigned

IV. Qualifications :

RSU Nursing Assistants:  MA Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required in good standing upon hire and on-going.

• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written
• BLS / CPR Certification within 90 days of hire required
• Computer literacy required
• Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs
• Core care competencies
• Pass nursing assistant skills test with 70% or greater

Remote Type:

On-site