Nursing Assistant - Summit County

SHIFT: Days
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: 1-3 Years
EDUCATION: High School/G.E.D.

Basic Function:

Under direction, perform services and duties necessary to provide assistance in accordance with nursing objectives for adult day services clients.

Responsibilities:

Under direction, ensure that the activities of this position and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland.

Assist with health checks (blood pressure, pulse, weight).

Report any mental and/or physical changes observed in clients.

Assist in the implementation of the wellness and activities programs as needed.

Clean up bowel and bladder accidents. Assist clients with personal hygiene as needed.

Implement the infection control program.

Routine toileting of clients.

Assist clients to stand, sit or walk (according to proper lift procedures).

Assist with meals as needed.

Perform Child and Adult Care Food Program duties as assigned.

Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Combination of education and experience normally represented by a High School Diploma or equivalent with one year of related work experience.

Must have six (6) months previous gerontology experience.

Current certification as a STNA or attained within six (6) months from date of hire.

Must have good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Must be well organized, detail oriented and have the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to show patience and courtesy when working with people.

Ability to work with diverse client population and community organizations as well as staff at all levels.

Good working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software

Ability to work as a member of a team required.

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, squat and reach above head.

Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Must be able to physically assist partial weight-bearing clients to stand, sit, or walk.

Final applicant is required to be fingerprinted to complete background check.