C.N.A or Resident Partner

Qualifications:  18 years of older  CPR certification  High School Graduate or GED  Ability to read and write basic reports and understand verbal instructions.  Passion for working with older adult.  Clear and Courteous verbal communication with staff members, residents and families.  Strong time management and problem solving skills  Clear background check  Two step TB test on file  Must be able to read, speak and understand the English language. Physical Requirements:  Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication.  Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which may include moderate lifting and extensive bending and standing.  Ability to maintain professional behavior at all times. Position Expectations:  Every employee in the Lexington Network must adhere to and uphold the standards set forth in our culture contract. Our common purpose, quality standards and behavioral expectations are what set us apart from other organizations. Every interaction must be approached using the ICARE expected behaviors so that every employee and resident will be treated with respect.  Collaborates with Assisted living nursing team and older adult individuals in developing and implementing a plan of services to provide personal and household assistance. Complies with facility policies and procedures.  Find a personal and meaningful conversation to make a difference in each residents day. Position Responsibilities:  Assisting with showers, skin care and perineal care.  Assisting with transfers in and out of bed.  Assisting residents in self administration; staying with the resident, assuring that the medication has safely and completely been taken after it has been dispensed. Position Title: Resident Partner cont.  Taking and recording vital signs as needed, and reporting to nurse.  Assisting in promoting safety in the Assisted Living environment.  Observing, documenting, and reporting changes in the resident’s condition or adverse reactions to care.  Observing and reporting changes in residents’ condition to nurse.  Changing bed linens as necessary for resident comfort and cleanliness.  Laundering linens and personal clothing, as necessary for the residents comfort and cleanliness.  Assisting in the preparation of simple meals/snacks, as necessary.  Escorting residents to various activities; such as meals, social, or doctor’s office.  Taking part in social activities with residents.  Responding to emergency situations and contacting emergency 911 services.  Documenting behavioral changes in service summary notes.  Acting as a preceptor to new personal assistants.  Attending staff in services and staff meetings.  Maintaining monthly work/shift schedule for personal assistants and keeping the Assignment sheet and Resident Service Plan’s cohesive when new residents’ move in or significant changes occurs in current resident Service Plans under the supervision of the Program Director/Change Nurse.  Following facility procedures for vacation, sick leave or leave of absence.  Performing other tasks as directed by nurse supervisor and/or Resident Service Coordinator.  Assisting other team members when necessary  All other duties as assigned