Nurse Aide (1st Shift) New

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Beaven Kelly Home

As a residential care facility – also called a rest home – Beaven Kelly Home provides the best of both worlds. Our residents are free to come and go as they please, and they have the structure and reassurance of around-the-clock assistance from a professional nursing and support staff, if they need it.

We also offer respite care for elders, providing temporary relief for their regular caregivers.

Job Summary

Full time, part-time, or per diem caregiver. Promotes well-being of residents by guiding, assisting, persuading, and/or removing barriers to ADLs. Daily work assignment is planned and checked by charge person; reports to Director of Nursing.

Primary Job Responsibilities And Duties

Demonstrates, promotes and integrates the Trinity Health Mission and Core Values by:

Promote optimal daily care of residents including, personal and oral hygiene, nutrition, exercise, and socialization. Obtain vital signs, weights, and specimens. Document activity in accordance with facility practice.

Assist and encourage residents to care for their personal space and belongings to attain a safe clean environment. (Example: Make beds, care for personal laundry, tidy rooms and bureaus.)

Follow all safety, security, infection control, quality and hazardous materials policies and procedures. Perform all tasks to ensure resident and personal safety, protection of co-workers and facility property.

Customer satisfaction and a focus on quality are evidenced in all aspects of work. Promote and support the philosophy, goals, and objectives of Trinity Health.

Demonstrate an understanding of the mission of Trinity Health and its core values in all aspects of work. Treat all fellow employees, residents, family members, and visitors with respect and courtesy.

Attends all regulation and Trinity Health mandated in-services; follows mandated abuse/neglect reporting and maintains confidentiality at all times.

May be required to drive/transport or accompany a resident to and /or from an appointment, procedure, or function to promote resident care and well-being.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

The general knowledge and comprehension skills normally acquired by obtaining a high school diploma or GED in order to complete in-service and daily documentation requirements.

Ability to read, write and converse in English. A second language is helpful.

Must possess a valid state issued driver's license in good standing. Must provide the employer with a clean driver history from the MA RMV. Must provide documented evidence of active auto driver's insurance coverage consistent with the prevailing requirements of Trinity Health.

Ability to provide personal care with respect for an individual’s privacy and dignity. This skill is usually gained through a HHA or CNA course, studies in nursing or a related field, or caring for a friend or family member with disabilities.

Interpersonal skills necessary to relate to persons of varying age, culture, religion, and/or ability.

Requires prolonged standing, bending, pushing, squatting, twisting, walking, or other constant physical movements on a regular basis; or frequent lifting of moderately heavy items 40 pounds or greater.

Working Conditions

To minimize risk of illness must understand and practice standard precautions.

To minimize risk of injury must understand and practice proper body mechanics and Tag Out/Lock Out procedures.

Will work rotating weekends and days off, some holidays, and occasional shifts other than usual assignment.

Work environment is usually pleasant: works in a team relationship with employees from all departments, and with frequent feedback on performance.

Reporting Relationships

Responsible to the charge person for daily assignment; reports administratively to the Director of Nursing.

Has no responsibility for leading or supervising others.

May be asked to assist in new employee orientation.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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