Atchison County - Jobs - Atchison Senior Village

CNA - Full Time

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:04 -0600

Nurse’s Aide

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Nurse’s Aide provides resident care in accordance with the resident’s Plan of Care on an assigned shift. Utilizes accepted standards of safety in all phases of designated duties. Follows objectives and policies that are predetermined by the County of Atchison and follows predetermined nursing protocols set forth by Atchison Senior Village.

Essential Functions

Follows established performance standards and perform duties according to nursing service policies and procedures.

Reports changes in residents' conditions to Charge Nurse or Nurse Supervisor.

Reports unusual problems or incidents to Charge Nurse or supervisor.

Provides direct resident care as assigned and accepts assigned duties in a cooperative manner.

Conducts resident rounds daily.

Initiates corrective action as necessary and/or seek assistance of Charge Nurse, Treatment Nurse or Director of Nursing.

Responsible for the safety of residents under his/her supervision.

Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action.

Assumes personal responsibility for following facility procedures related to control of equipment and supplies within the facility.

Assumes accountability for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the unit assigned and within his/her span of control.

Documents in the ADL book the care and treatment provided to the resident and the resident's response or lack of response to care provided.

Gives care to all residents assigned and answers call lights.

Takes residents to dining room, serves trays, offers snacks and assists with feeding.

Follows toileting plan and changes incontinent residents as needed.

Walks ambulatory residents.

Completes tub baths, showers or bed baths.

Turns and repositions all bed and chair residents every two hours or more frequently if needed.

Places bedpans, linen, washbasins and soiled linen in proper area.

Provides care for residents with catheters and colostomy bags.

Observes infection control procedures.

Assists new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.

Observes residents as individuals and follow Resident's Rights policies at all times.

Consistently works cooperatively with residents, charge nurses, treatment nurses, restorative aides, other nurse’s aides, physicians, families, and members of the general public.

0bserves all facility safety policies and procedures.

Works as scheduled and consistently demonstrates dependability and punctuality. Finds own replacement for shift if absent.

Marginal Functions

Participates in facility in-services as assigned.

Participates in resident care conferences and other facility meetings as assigned.

Performs other related duties as directed.

Atchison Senior Village

Nurse’s Aide

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience: Previous Nursing experience in a long-term care facility is preferred. Expected to have acquired the necessary skills and information to perform the job reasonably well after six (6) months in the position.

Education: High school diploma or GED. Must maintain current CNA certification from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

Technical Skills:. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction of varying detail. Ability to perform basic CNA skills and identify change in resident condition.

Problem Solving: Problem solving exists in this position. Employee is expected to make good clinical judgments regarding resident care.

Decision-Making: Decision-making exists in this position. Employee is expected to make good clinical judgment in regard to resident condition. Reports unusual resident condition and behavior to Charge Nurse.

Supervision: General supervision is provided and job related decisions are reviewed by the Charge Nurse. Employee has no supervisory responsibility over subordinate personnel.

Financial Accountability: Employee does not have direct financial accountability in this position and does not participate in the budget development process. Employee does have indirect financial responsibility by assuring supplies are used effectively and not wasted.

Appropriate Dress: Appropriate uniform and identification required.

Personal Relations: Deals frequently with residents, family members, other staff members and the general public. Must be able to maintain good relations.

Working Conditions: Heavy lifting and exposure to blood borne pathogens are factors in this position.

Physical Requirements: Ability to move, sit, stand, bend and lift intermittently throughout the workday. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Must be able to pass job-related physical and substance abuse screening.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read and comprehend facility policies and procedures. Ability to protect confidential information, be attentive for extended periods of time, work under distracting conditions, and utilize good judgment. Ability to adapt to different people, behavior and circumstances, to control anger and maintain professional demeanor, and to remain calm under stress and anger.

Special Requirements: Current CNA certification from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment must be maintained. Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and substance abuse screening. Must meet current Kansas’s regulations regarding criminal background checks.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Charge Nurse - PRN

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:20 -0600

Charge Nurse

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Charge Nurse provides oversight and direction for resident care on an assigned shift. The employee will assign duties and direct care according to the plan of care. The occupant of this position is required to maintain an unencumbered Kansas Nursing License. In the absence of the Administrator and Director of Nursing the Charge Nurse directs all unsupervised staff.

Essential Functions:

Takes/gives shift report and makes assignments to CNAs and CMAs.

Gives insulin or other injections as ordered.

Remains alert to changes in resident status through personal observation and referral by CNAs.

Assesses and documents any change in resident condition.

Makes notification of changes in resident condition to family and physician and follows Physician Orders as received.

Makes daily rounds to observe residents and to determine if nursing needs are being met in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.

Completes skin assessments and wound care treatments as needed.

Documents daily behavioral monitoring for those on psychotropic medications.

Reviews complaints and grievances made or filed by residents, family members and department personnel.

Communicates with nursing personnel providing clear, concise information as well as specific assignments.

Supervises, observes and enforces all nursing protocols by aides assigned to the shift

Observes and enforces infection control procedures.

Works cooperatively with residents, staff, consultants, vendors and ancillary service providers

Observes the residents as individuals and follows Resident Rights Policies and HIPPA policies at all times

Exhibits positive attitude towards position, co-workers, supervisory personnel and members of the general public.

Implements the written plan of care with the nursing shift being supervised.

Works as scheduled and consistently demonstrates dependability and punctuality.

Marginal Functions

Assists with in-service training for nursing department and others as needed.

Other duties as may be assigned.

Position Requirements

Experience: Professional nursing experience in a long care facility is preferred

Education: Current, unencumbered Kansas license as a Licensed practical or Registered Nurse.

Technical Skills: Injections, tube feedings, dressing changes, vital signs, nursing assessments, phlebotomy.

Problem Solving: Problem solving is a factor in this position. Employee is expected to make good clinical judgements regarding resident care. Employee must accurately assess resident condition when directing daily care and contacting physicians. Must solve staffing issues as they present themselves.

Decision Making: Employee is expected to use good clinical judgement in determining course of action. Employee is expected to give supervisory direction within their scope of practice. Employee is responsible for determining resident needs and notifying physician or directing staff to meet resident needs.

Supervision: Little supervision is provided and job related decisions are reviewed by the Director of Nursing. Employee directs, evaluates and supervises all resident care performed by CNA’s and CMA’s and initiates corrective action as necessary.

Atchison Senior Village

Charge Nurse

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Financial Accountability: Employee is not directly responsible for budgetary control of the department and does not participate in the department budget process. Employee is in-directly responsible for budgetary control by assuring supplies and manpower is used effectively.

Personal Relations: Deals frequently with residents, family members, personnel, physicians, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and nonprofessional personnel

Working Conditions: Heavy lifting and exposure to blood borne pathogens are factors in this position.

Physical Requirements: Ability to move, sit, stand, bend and lift intermittently though out the workday. Ability to lift 75 lbs. Must be able to pass job related physical and substance abuse screening.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read and comprehend facility, county, State, Federal regulations, facility policies and procedures, medical information; to carry out assignment through oral and written instructions; to work under distracting conditions. Ability to recognize and protect confidential information, analyze situations and determine proper response; be attentive for extended periods of time, adapt to different people's behavior and circumstances, control anger and maintain a professional demeanor and remain calm under stress and anger.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

CNA - PRN

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 16:28 -0600

Nurse’s Aide

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Nurse’s Aide provides resident care in accordance with the resident’s Plan of Care on an assigned shift. Utilizes accepted standards of safety in all phases of designated duties. Follows objectives and policies that are predetermined by the County of Atchison and follows predetermined nursing protocols set forth by Atchison Senior Village.

Essential Functions

Follows established performance standards and perform duties according to nursing service policies and procedures.

Reports changes in residents' conditions to Charge Nurse or Nurse Supervisor.

Reports unusual problems or incidents to Charge Nurse or supervisor.

Provides direct resident care as assigned and accepts assigned duties in a cooperative manner.

Conducts resident rounds daily.

Initiates corrective action as necessary and/or seek assistance of Charge Nurse, Treatment Nurse or Director of Nursing.

Responsible for the safety of residents under his/her supervision.

Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action.

Assumes personal responsibility for following facility procedures related to control of equipment and supplies within the facility.

Assumes accountability for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the unit assigned and within his/her span of control.

Documents in the ADL book the care and treatment provided to the resident and the resident's response or lack of response to care provided.

Gives care to all residents assigned and answers call lights.

Takes residents to dining room, serves trays, offers snacks and assists with feeding.

Follows toileting plan and changes incontinent residents as needed.

Walks ambulatory residents.

Completes tub baths, showers or bed baths.

Turns and repositions all bed and chair residents every two hours or more frequently if needed.

Places bedpans, linen, washbasins and soiled linen in proper area.

Provides care for residents with catheters and colostomy bags.

Observes infection control procedures.

Assists new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.

Observes residents as individuals and follow Resident's Rights policies at all times.

Consistently works cooperatively with residents, charge nurses, treatment nurses, restorative aides, other nurse’s aides, physicians, families, and members of the general public.

0bserves all facility safety policies and procedures.

Works as scheduled and consistently demonstrates dependability and punctuality. Finds own replacement for shift if absent.

Marginal Functions

Participates in facility in-services as assigned.

Participates in resident care conferences and other facility meetings as assigned.

Performs other related duties as directed.

Atchison Senior Village

Nurse’s Aide

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience: Previous Nursing experience in a long-term care facility is preferred. Expected to have acquired the necessary skills and information to perform the job reasonably well after six (6) months in the position.

Education: High school diploma or GED. Must maintain current CNA certification from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

Technical Skills:. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction of varying detail. Ability to perform basic CNA skills and identify change in resident condition.

Problem Solving: Problem solving exists in this position. Employee is expected to make good clinical judgments regarding resident care.

Decision-Making: Decision-making exists in this position. Employee is expected to make good clinical judgment in regard to resident condition. Reports unusual resident condition and behavior to Charge Nurse.

Supervision: General supervision is provided and job related decisions are reviewed by the Charge Nurse. Employee has no supervisory responsibility over subordinate personnel.

Financial Accountability: Employee does not have direct financial accountability in this position and does not participate in the budget development process. Employee does have indirect financial responsibility by assuring supplies are used effectively and not wasted.

Appropriate Dress: Appropriate uniform and identification required.

Personal Relations: Deals frequently with residents, family members, other staff members and the general public. Must be able to maintain good relations.

Working Conditions: Heavy lifting and exposure to blood borne pathogens are factors in this position.

Physical Requirements: Ability to move, sit, stand, bend and lift intermittently throughout the workday. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Must be able to pass job-related physical and substance abuse screening.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read and comprehend facility policies and procedures. Ability to protect confidential information, be attentive for extended periods of time, work under distracting conditions, and utilize good judgment. Ability to adapt to different people, behavior and circumstances, to control anger and maintain professional demeanor, and to remain calm under stress and anger.

Special Requirements: Current CNA certification from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment must be maintained. Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and substance abuse screening. Must meet current Kansas’s regulations regarding criminal background checks.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.