It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.

Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $32.93 - $41.43 Hourly Job Shift: Eves/Nights DescriptionCharge LPN – Nights Responsible to Position Classifications Unit Manager Hourly/Non-Exempt Directly Supervises and Evaluates Certified Nursing Assistants Is Back Up To: Other LPNs Is Backed Up By: Other LPNs/Charge RN WOODLAND POND CONFORMANCE STATEMENT In the performance of their respective duties and responsibilities all employees are expected to conform to the following: Performing quality work with or without direct supervision Interacting professionally with other employees, residents, guests, and all others Working effectively and in accordance with the Woodland Pond Communication Fundamentals Completing tasks independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations Complying with all federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations as well as Woodland Pond policy and procedure at all times Position Summary The Charge LPN - Nights is responsible to provide direct nursing care to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern Woodland Pond, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services, Unit Manager, RN Clincal Care Coordinator, and Charge RN to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Administrative Functions: Notifies the RN on-call, Director of Nursing, and Administrator on call as required (*CF) Serves as a resident advocate and ensures resident rights are maintained (*CF) Supports the medical staff Works collaboratively with all departments at Woodland Pond Ensures completion of and daily tally of intake book Performs dashboard review to include follow-up with CNA’s undocumented tasks, meds and treatments not signed-off, unsigned labs, and undocumented task sign-off, etc. Completes CMS reports, on-going (*CF) Checks staff statement folder for completion by staff Assists with audits and reports as assigned. Works with staff in the planning of the unit’s services, programs, and activities (*CF) Ensures staff comply with polices and standards of care (*CF) Ensures completeness of Accident and Incident reports (*CF) Promotes mission and values of Woodland Pond at New Paltz (*CF) Serves as a leader and resource for nursing staff (*CF) Ensures safe quality care is provided to the resident’s daily, and essential information is communicated to provide appropriate continuity of care from admission to discharge (*CF) Is a liaison with residents, families, and other departments to adequately plan for and provide resident care (*CF) Ensures accurate, appropriate, and complete documentation by all nursing staff Provides medications and treatments as assigned (*CF) Documents according to policies (*CF) Care Plan, Kardex, MDS: Ensures accuracy of each Effectively communicates the plan of care Ensures that resident care plan is followed Communication: Ensures appropriate and ongoing communication to the resident, family, staff, MD, IDT, etc. Uses communication to enhance quality of resident care and staff working environment Personnel/Staff Development: Responsible for employee praise and discipline as necessary Actively participates with staff education Promotes an environment of learning Conducts routine staff audits to ensure care is being delivered per care plan and medical staff orders Ensures work consistency among staff Promotes a positive, friendly work environment Equipment and Supplies: Ensures appropriate equipment and supplies are available and monitors that supplies are utilized appropriately to avoid waste (*CF) Quality Assurance: Constantly strives to enhance the resident and staff experience Follows Woodland Pond policies and procedures, including HIPAA Immediately reports unusual problem/accident/incident regarding resident care to RN (*CF) Safety/Infection Control: Ensures staff compliance with standards and regulations Reports potential outbreaks and takes appropriate measures to control/eliminate infection control exposures Staffing Coverage: Assists with staffing and finding coverage for call-outs (*CF) Other Specific Requirements: Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and be enthusiastic (*CF) Must work harmoniously with others (*CF) Seeks out new methods and principles to incorporate into the nursing practice Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment (*CF) Able to make independent decisions (*CF) Able to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives policies and procedures necessary to provide quality care (*CF) Promotes teamwork and collaboration among Woodland Pond staff members (*CF) Ongoing Education: Encouraged to pursue ongoing education Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Willing to learn and grow Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Able to work a flexible schedule Maintains predictable and reliable attendance Qualifications LPN graduate of an accredited school of nursing One year of long term care nursing preferred Holds a current, unencumbered LPN license to practice in the State of New York Valid CPR certification Proficiency with computers and standard office software Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the geriatric population Degree of Travel Travel required for occasional off-site meetings Disruption to Routine Disruption to routine is to be expected frequently Safety Hazards in Job High stress, exposure to potentially hazardous secretions or environments. May be required occasionally to lift equipment Physical Demands Never Occasionally Frequently Continually Sit X Stand X Walk X Bend/Stoop X Squat X Crawl X Climb X Reach Above Shoulder Level X Kneel X Balance X Lift, Carry, Push, Pull Maximum 10 Lbs. X Maximum 20 Lbs. X Maximum 50 Lbs. X Maximum Over 50 Lbs. X Must Be Able To See X Hear X Speak X Use One Hand X Use Both Hands X Environmental Conditions Never Occasionally Frequently Continually Involves Being Inside X Outside X Exposed to Temperatures of 32ûF and less X 100ûF and more X Wet & Humid Conditions X Noise, Vibration X Fumes, Dust X Hazards, Exposure Never Occasionally Frequently Continually Infectious Wastes X Toxic Chemicals X Needles/Body Fluids X Radiation Qualifications Qualifications LPN graduate of an accredited school of nursing One year of long term care nursing preferred Holds a current, unencumbered LPN license to practice in the State of New York Valid CPR certification Proficiency with computers and standard office software Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the geriatric population

It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.

Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $19.35 - $22.95 Hourly Job Shift: Days/Eves Job Category: Health Care DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY The HHA is responsible to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the residents individual service plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors. As a HHA you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your designed duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Administrative Functions: Documents all cares provided in EMR Reports all changes in the residents condition to the LPN Agrees not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator Agrees not to disclose residents protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure Reports any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facilitys information system Personnel: Performs all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors (* CF) Cooperated with inter-departmental personnel, as well as other facility personnel to ensure that nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents (*CF) Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift Meets with nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services Reports all complaints and grievances made by the resident (*CF) Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to your supervisor Reports known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator/Corporate Compliance Officer Ensures that departmental computer workstations left unattended are property logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines Personal Nursing Care Functions: Participates in and receive the nursing report for duty (*CF) Assists resident with all grooming tasks each shift, including but not limited to, oral/dental care, bathing, dressing, hair care, shaving, nail care Assists resident with bowel and bladder functions and any incontinence care, ensuring residents are dry (*CF) Assists in transporting residents to/from appointments, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary Assists with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, etc. as per ISP, using proper body mechanics. (*CF) Assists residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed Weighs and measures residents as instructed (*CF) Answers residents calls as promptly as feasible, ensuring that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently (*CF) Assist with the care of a dying resident and provide post-mortem care as instructed (*CP) Making and changing beds Food Service Functions: Prepares residents for meals (i,e., take to bathroom, wash hands, comb hair, raise beds, position tables, place clothing protectors or napkins, take to/from dining room, etc.) (*CF) Serves food trays. Assists with feeding as indicated (i.e., cutting foods, feeding, assist in dining room supervision, etc.) (*CF) Assists residents with identifying food arrangements (i.e., informing resident with sight problems of foods that are on his/her tray, where it is located, if it is hot/cold, etc.) Assists with between meal and bedtime snacks (*CF) as requested Performs after meal care (i.e., remove trays, clean residents hands, face, clothing, take to bathroom, brush teeth, clean dentures, etc.) Checks rooms for food articles (i.e., food in proper container, unauthorized food items, etc.) Staff Development: Attends and participates in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain current certification as a Home Health Aide (*CF) Attends and participates in scheduled orientation programs and activities Attends and participates in facility in-service training programs as instructed Safety and Sanitation: Washes hands before and after performing any service for the resident Keeps the nurses call system within easy reach of the resident (*CF) Immediately notifies the LPN of any resident leaving/missing from the facility (*CF) Follows established safety precautions in the performance of all duties Reports any communicable or infectious disease to the Director of Nursing Services and/or to the Infection Control Coordinator Follows established isolation precautions and procedures (*CF) Wears and/or uses safety equipment and supplies (e.g., gait belt, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents as per ISP Reports missing/illegible labels and SDSs to your supervisor Equipment and Supply Functions: Uses only the equipment you have been trained to use in a safe manner Reports defective equipment to the LPN Informs the LPN of your equipment and supply needs Resident Rights: Maintains the confidentiality of all residents care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information (*CF) Ensures that you treat all residents fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect, knocking before entering room, ensuring privacy for all care provided (*CF) Reporting all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property (*CF) Honors the residents refusal of treatment request. Report such requests to your supervisor Working Conditions: Works throughout the nursing system area (i.e. nurses stations, resident rooms, etc.), intermittently moving due to frequent interruptions Is involved with residents , personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.) Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned QualificationsGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honest and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Willing to learn and grow Demonstrates maturity in judgement and behaviors Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace Accepts and responds to constructive criticism Able to work a flexible schedule Maintains predictable and reliable attendance QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or HSE An active and valid HHA certification required, current Nursing Assistant certification in New York State desired Proficiency with computers and standard office software Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the geriatric population

It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.

Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $19.35 - $22.95 Hourly Job Shift: Days/Eves Job Category: Health Care DescriptionPosition Summary The CNA is responsible to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the residents assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors. As a Certified Nursing Assistant you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Administrative Functions: Uses the wristband and photo to identify residents before administering treatments, serving meals, etc., as necessary (*CF) Documents all cares provided in EMR (*CF) Reports all changes in the residents condition to the Charge Nurse (*CF) Agrees not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator Agrees not to disclose residents protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator Reports any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facilitys information system Personnel: Performs all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors (*CF) Cooperates with inter-departmental personnel, as well as other facility personnel to ensure that nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents (*CF) Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift Meets with nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services Reports all complaints and grievances made by the resident (*CF) Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to your supervisor Reports known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator/Corporate Compliance Officer Ensures that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines Personal Nursing Care Functions: Participates in and receive the nursing report upon reporting for duty (*CF) Assists resident with all grooming tasks each shift, including but not limited to, oral/dental care, bathing, dressing, hair care, shaving, nail care (*CF) Assists resident with bowel and bladder functions and any incontinence care, ensuring residents are dry (*CF) Assists in transporting residents to/from appointments, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary Assists with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, etc. as per care plan, using proper body mechanics.(*CF) Assists residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed Weighs and measures residents as instructed (*CF) Measures and records temperatures, pulse, and respirations (TPRs), and BP as instructed Answers resident calls as promptly as feasible, ensuring that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently (*CF) Assists with the care of the dying resident and provide post-mortem care as instructed (*CF) Food Service Functions Prepares residents for meals (i.e., take to bathroom, wash hands, comb hair, raise bed, position tables, place clothing protectors or napkins, take to/from dining room, etc.) (*CF) Serves food trays. Assists with feeding as indicated (i.e., cutting foods, feeding, assist in dining room supervision, etc.) (*CF) Assists residents with identifying food arrangements (i.e., informing resident with sight problem of foods that are on his/her tray, where it is located, if it is hot/cold, etc.) Records the residents food/fluid intake. Reports changes in the residents eating habits (*CF) Keeps residents water pitchers clean and filled with fresh water (on each shift), and within easy reach of the resident (*CF) Serves between meal and bedtime snacks (*CF) Performs after meal care (i.e., remove trays, clean residents hands, face, clothing, take to bathroom, brush teeth, clean dentures, etc.) Checks rooms for food articles (i.e., food in proper container, unauthorized food items, etc.) Staff Development: Attends and participates in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain current certification as a Nursing Assistant (*CF) Attends and participates in scheduled orientation programs and activities Attends and participates in facility in-service training programs as instructed Safety and Sanitation Washes hands before and after performing any service for the resident Keeps the nurses call system within easy reach of the resident (*CF) Immediately notifies the Charge Nurse of any resident leaving/missing from the facility (*CF) Follows established safety precautions in the performance of all duties Reports any communicable or infectious disease to the Director of Nursing Services and/or to the Infection Control Coordinator Follows established isolation precautions and procedures (*CF) Wears and/or uses safety equipment and supplies (e.g., gait belt, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents Reports missing/illegible labels and SDSs to your supervisor Equipment and Supply Functions: Uses only the equipment you have been trained to use in a safe manner Reports defective equipment to the Charge Nurse Informs the Charge Nurse of your equipment and supply needs Resident Rights Maintains the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information (*CF) Ensures that you treat all residents fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect, knocking before entering room, ensuring privacy for all care provided (*CF) Reports all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property (*CF) Honors the residents refusal of treatment request. Report such requests to your supervisor III. Working Conditions Works throughout the nursing service area (i.e. nurses stations, resident rooms, etc.), intermittently moving due to frequent interruptions Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.) Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned QualificationsGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Willing to learn and grow Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace Accepts and responds to constructive criticism Able to work a flexible schedule Maintains predictable and reliable attendance Qualifications High school diploma or HSE Holds a current, Nursing Assistant certification in New York State Valid CPR certification Proficiency with computers and standard office software Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the geriatric population

It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.

Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $28.73 - $33.86 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: Health Care DescriptionIL Activities Coordinator RESPONSIBLE TO Director of Resident Life POSITION CLASSIFICATIONS Hourly/Non-exempt DIRECTLY SUPERVISES AND EVALUATES None IS BACK UP TO: Resident Life Assistant IS BACKED UP BY: Director of Resident Life & Resident Life Assistant WOODLAND POND CONFORMANCE STATEMENT In the performance of their respective duties and responsibilities all employees are expected to conform to the following: · Performing quality work with or without direct supervision · Interacting professionally with other employees, residents, guests, and all others · Working effectively and in accordance with the Woodland Pond Communication Fundamentals · Completing tasks independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations · Complying with all federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations as well as Woodland Pond policy and procedure at all times POSITION SUMMARY The IL Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing all programs, events and activities for Independent Living residents. This position supports resident’s physical, social, spiritual, and intellectual activity needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) · Is primarily responsible for all activity, event, resident meeting, and resident trip planning for Independent Living (*CF). This must be approached with vision, flexibility, and determination. · Uses sophistication, cultural demands, intellectual desires of the residents as motivators, invigorating independent perspectives and a need for continued independence among residents. · Organizes and leads all group activities and events (*CF) · Actively manages a program that seeks out volunteers, outside vendors & instructors for different types of programming · Facilitates the development of new programming each quarter of the year. Offerings need to be kept current and in line with resident demands. · Regularly seeks resident suggestions and recommendations using electronic surveys and other means · Promotes & advertises programs via paper notices, displays, media platforms, etc. · Ensures that all compliance requirements and Invited Speaker policy requirements are consistently met (CF*) · Creation and publication of the monthly Independent Living Calendar and Newsletter (*CF) · Conducts monthly Activity & Trip Meetings with resident representatives and interest groups. Meets monthly with the Resident’s Council to ensure open dialogue (*CF) · Collaborate with Fitness Coordinator, Director of Resident Wellbeing, Dining Services, Health Center Activities Department, etc. to develop programs for residents (*CF) · Responsible for communicating activity offerings on all communication platforms (email, Connected Living, the portal, the newsletter, the Chanticleer, etc). · Completes all required training and in-services · All other duties as assigned GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES · Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance · Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties · Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to provide services to and communicate with primarily elderly population · Has knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span · Ability to create newsletters, write articles, create calendars and notices and other activity related materials, using standard word processing and publishing software. · Responds appropriately to questions and suggestions from managers, residents, staff, and the general public · Remains calm in all types of situations, including emergencies · Ability to work a flexible schedule due to resident and staff requests and/or special events, including additional hours and occasional evening and weekend hours · Maintains predictable and reliable attendance QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS1. Associates degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience and/or training2. Proficient with all Microsoft Office programs3. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, especially on email.4. Has demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the elderly or geriatric population

It's Not Work When You're Doing What You Love! Woodland Pond at New Paltz is a CMS 5 Star Rated Continuing Care Retirement Community. Woodland Pond has an excellent reputation for quality care and exceptional service. If you are interested in our commitment to a positive, nurturing workplace environment for staff, we want to hear from you! We offer an excellent salary, benefits and perks.

Job Details Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $20.58 - $24.18 Hourly Job Shift: Night Job Category: Health Care DescriptionPosition Summary The CNA II is responsible to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the residents assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors. As a Certified Nursing Assistant you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties CNA II: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function) Administrative Functions: Uses the wristband and photo to identify residents before administering treatments, serving meals, etc., as necessary (*CF) Documents all cares provided in EMR (*CF) Ensures that extensive nursing care documentation is complete in CNA cardex to demonstrate completion of additional tasks (*CF) Reports all changes in the residents condition to the Charge Nurse (*CF) Agrees not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator Agrees not to disclose residents protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator Reports any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facilitys information system Personnel: Performs all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors (*CF) Cooperates with inter-departmental personnel, as well as other facility personnel to ensure that nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents (*CF) Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift Meets with nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services Reports all complaints and grievances made by the resident (*CF) Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to your supervisor Reports known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator/Corporate Compliance Officer Ensures that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines Personal Nursing Care Functions: Participates in and receive the nursing report upon reporting for duty (*CF) High frequency of admission and discharges-ensures all care related to these processes are completed to include: Obtaining frequent vital signs-at least once each shift Obtaining frequent weights-daily, initially (*CF) Assists resident with all grooming tasks each shift, including but not limited to, oral/dental care, bathing, dressing, hair care, shaving, nail care (*CF) Frequent skin monitoring due to anticoagulant therapies and/or special brace/sling use and report to nurse any irregularity observed (*CF) Performs necessary treatments (i.e. OTC creams, barrier creams, etc.) (*CF) Assists nurses with frequent treatments and assessments, as directed (*CF) Assists resident with bowel and bladder functions and any incontinence care, ensuring residents are dry (*CF) Tracks and documents all daily intake and participates in tracking/reporting of daily fluid goals not met (*CF) Performs foley catheter care and documents/reports output each shift (*CF) Assists in transporting residents to/from appointments, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary Provides care for residents with overall higher acuity, providing total assist for turning and positioning, dressing, personal hygiene, more frequent toileting schedules, higher prevalence of max to total assist with all ADLs as per care plan, using proper body mechanics and mechanical lifts as warranted (*CF) Frequent use of different types of mechanical lifts due to high incidence of total dependence in transfer (*CF) Assists residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed Follows Spinal, Sternal, and Hip precautions for all ordered residents regarding fresh post-op critical care (*CF) Answers resident calls as promptly as feasible, ensuring that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently (*CF) Assists with the care of the dying resident and provide post-mortem care as instructed (*CF) Food Service Functions: Prepares residents for meals (i.e., take to bathroom, wash hands, comb hair, raise bed, position tables, place clothing protectors or napkins, take to/from dining room, etc.) (*CF) Monitors and adheres to high prevalence of mechanically altered diets, thickened liquids and adaptive equipment use for meals (*CF) Serves food trays. Provides total assistance with feeding (i.e., cutting foods, feeding, assist in dining room supervision, etc.) (*CF) Assists residents with identifying food arrangements (i.e., informing resident with sight problem of foods that are on his/her tray, where it is located, if it is hot/cold, etc.) Records the residents food/fluid intake. Reports changes in the residents eating habits (*CF) Keeps residents water pitchers clean and filled with fresh water (on each shift), and within easy reach of the resident (*CF) Serves between meal and bedtime snacks. Documents such in the intake book (*CF) Performs after meal care (i.e., remove trays, clean residents hands, face, clothing, take to bathroom, brush teeth, clean dentures, etc.) Checks rooms for food articles (i.e., food in proper container, unauthorized food items, etc.) Staff Development: Attends and participates in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain current certification as a Nursing Assistant (*CF) Attends and participates in scheduled orientation programs and activities Attends and participates in facility in-service training programs as instructed Safety and Sanitation: Washes hands before and after performing any service for the resident Keeps the nurses call system within easy reach of the resident (*CF) Resonds to and checks each shift for placement and function of alarms (i.e, bed, chair, tab, floor pad, etc.) (*CF) Monitor bed rails and bed height to ensure they are as care planned to ensure resident safety (*CF) Immediately notifies the Charge Nurse of any resident leaving/missing from the facility (*CF) Follows established safety precautions in the performance of all duties Reports any communicable or infectious disease to the Director of Nursing Services and/or to the Infection Control Coordinator Follows established isolation precautions and procedures (*CF) Wears and/or uses safety equipment and supplies (i.e., gait belt, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents Monitors and/or applies as ordered all specialty braces/slings as per care plan, such as TLSO, Miam-J collars, etc (*CF) Monitors restraints, if ordered. Ensures they are released every 2 hours and for all meals and care provided (*CF) Reports missing/illegible labels and SDSs to your supervisor Equipment and Supply Functions: Uses only the equipment you have been trained to use in a safe manner Reports defective equipment to the Charge Nurse Informs the Charge Nurse of your equipment and supply needs Resident Rights: Maintains the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information (*CF) Ensures that you treat all residents fairly, and with kindness, dignity, and respect, knocking before entering room, ensuring privacy for all care provided (*CF) Reports all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property (*CF) Honors the residents refusal of treatment request. Reports such requests to the nursing supervisor III. Working Conditions: Adherence to a strict regulatory environment (*CF) Adherence to highly detailed, consistently changing, individualized care planned nursing instructions (*CF) Works throughout the nursing service area (i.e. nurses stations, resident rooms, etc.), intermittently moving due to frequent interruptions Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.) Completes all required training and in-services All other duties as assigned QualificationsGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties Willing to learn and grow Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace Accepts and responds to constructive criticism Able to work a flexible schedule Maintains predictable and reliable attendance Qualifications High school diploma or HSE Holds a current Nursing Assistant certification in New York State Valid CPR certification Proficiency with computers and standard office software Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the geriatric population