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Job Title:
Resident Assistant / Certified Nursing Assistant-CBRF (Eagle's Wings)
Cost Center:
351011459 Beaver Dam-CBRF-Eagles Wings
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Employee Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
8-hour day shifts, variable days (United States of America)
Job Description:
***May be eligible for a sign-on bonus***
Resident Assistant Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Resident Assistant is responsible for the basic resident care provision and promotion of non-acute quality care to the population of the community based residential facility (CBRF) as outlined in Individual Service Plan designed to meet the needs of our residents, and in a manner, that follows accepted standards of practices, policies, procedures, and State Regulations. The Resident Assistant will follow all policies/procedures and nursing standards under the supervision of the RN, LPN, and CNA.
WORK SHIFT
7.5 hour shifts Mon-Fri, 6:30am to 2:30pm, including every other weekend and holiday rotation.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Accepts and completes personal hygiene and daily living needs in accordance to Resident Assistant registration and DHS-83 regulations.
2. Assists residents with medication administration including accuracy and documentation per DHS-83 and Resident Assistant medication training. 3. Properly obtains vital signs information including pulse, blood pressure, respirations, temperature, and pulse oximeter level.
4. Assists with planning and implementation of person centered and purposeful activities.
5. Provides nutritious snacks and adequate fluids to meet individual resident needs and maintain appropriate weight, report any changes to CNA, Lead, Manager, or Director.
6. Involves residents in cooking based and purposeful activity based on interests and capabilities.
7. Provides input regarding planning and preparing meals for special events.
8. Provides feeding assistance when needed. Maintains sanitary condition within the kitchen and practices.
9. Communicates with other staff regarding their responsibility in the preparation and serving of meals.
10. Professional communication skills with interdisciplinary team, family and resident regarding care of resident audibly, verbally and utilizing computer and written procedures.
11. Observes residents for changes in behaviors, reactions, or change in health symptoms and report to CNA, Manager, and Manager on Call, or Director.
12. Documents cares and actions by completing all necessary charting requirements.
13. Utilizes a variety of technological devices and software effectively: computers, emails and phone etiquette.
14. Completes housekeeping, laundry and cooking duties as assigned. Maintaining a safe, functioning environment by keeping areas clean, organization and equipment in good repair.
15. Ensures residents safety by promoting continuous improvement for quality and safety of residents and facility. Demonstration of accurate use of safety devices, participates in post fall huddles, and follows through on Individual Service Plan, utilizing recourses efficiently.
16. Participates in hourly rounding program to ensure safety of the residents.
17. Assists Senior Services leadership with identifying areas of improvement and implementation of change to provide high quality of care.
18. Participates in educational opportunities provided by CBRF and MMC-BD, maintaining 15 hours continuing education annually per DHS 83 regulations.
19. Understands and participates in disaster drill (fire, tornado, elopement) following the emergency plan of action.
20. Accepts and completes all duties as assigned in accordance with certification, scope, and policies.
21. Utilizes sound principles of body mechanics.
22. Knows and follows policy and procedure of safety precautions.
23. Knows and uses standard precautions: handwashing, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), appropriate linen and waste disposal.
24. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.
25. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
1. Demonstrates knowledge of regulation of reporting abuse, misconduct and misappropriation.
2. Protects organizations values by keeping resident information confidential.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of regulation regarding Resident’s Rights.
4.Other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: Be at least 18 years of age.
CBRF required training per DHS 83.20 approved training within 90 days of employment:
- Standard Precautions- to be completed before an employee assumes any responsibilities that may expose the employee
- Exception: Emergency Medical Technicians
- Certified Nurse Assistant (certified after 1999 and in good standing on the Wisconsin
- Nurse Aide Registry)
- Fire Safety- CBRF specific- to be completed within 90 days after starting employment
- First Aide and Choking- CBRF Specific- to be completed within 90 days after starting employment
- Exception: Emergency Medical Technicians
- Medication Administration and Management- Any employee who manages/administer and assist residents with prescribed or over the counter medications need to complete the training prior to assuming job duty and complete post training competency with RN with documentation.
- Exception: CNA who has completed a medication aide training and is in good standing
- on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry
- Student Nurse currently enrolled in nursing program and successfully completed
- medication administration course with documentation of completion
- Dietary Training – specific topics include nutritional needs, menu planning,
- food preparations and food sanitation
- Assessment of Resident and Individual Service Plan (ISP)
- Resident Rights-
- Exception: Student Nurses who have completed related courses with documentation
- Certified Nurse Aide in good standing on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry
- Client Group and Challenging Behavior Training- Training specific to the group being served.
- Exception: Student Nurses who have completed related courses with documentation
- Certified Nurse Aide in good standing on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry
Preferred/Optional: CBRF required training per DHS 83.20 approved training at the time of hire.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: None
Preferred/Optional: Previous health care experience.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire. Wisconsin Community Based Care and Treatment Training Registry within three months of hire or EMT certification awarded by the State of Wisconsin.
Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire. Wisconsin Community Based Care and Treatment Training Registry’ at time of hire.
CNA-CBRF Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)-CBRF provides any combination of the following duties–direct resident care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADL), and other unit activities as delegated under the supervision of a Registered Nurses (RN). This individual assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, recreational and diversional resident activities, therapeutic dialogue and teaching. Documentation and reporting are performed to promote resident and family wellness.
WORK SHIFT
7.5 hour shifts Mon-Fri, 6:30am to 2:30pm, including every other weekend and holiday rotation.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions, requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: CBRF required training per DHS 83.20 approved training:
- Fire Safety- CBRF specific- to be completed within 90 days after starting employment
- First Aide and Choking- CBRF Specific- to be completed within 90 days after starting employment
- Exception: Emergency Medical Technicians
- Medication Administration and Management- Any employee who manages/administer and assist residents with prescribed or over the counter medications need to complete the training prior to assuming job duty and complete post training competency with RN with documentation.
- Exception: CNA who has completed a medication aide training and is in good standing on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry
- Student Nurse currently enrolled in nursing program and successfully completed
- medication administration course with documentation of completion
- Dietary Training – specific topics include nutritional needs, menu planning, food preparations and food sanitation within 90 days of hire
- Assessment of Resident and Individual Service Plan (ISP) within 90 days of hire
Preferred/Optional: Completion of DHS approved courses in Fire Safety, first Aid & Choking, Medication Administration and standard precautions at time of hire.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: Customer service and communication skills. Basic knowledge and use of computers.
Preferred/Optional: Experience in a hospital, health care center, long term care, home health agency, or residential treatment facility or other health treatment program.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required: Must have a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification awarded by the State of Wisconsin. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.
Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.
***May be eligible for a sign-on bonus***
Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.
At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve. We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here.
Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.
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