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Pay Range: $21.00 - $26.00/hour
JOB CULTURE
The Masonic Homes of California are committed to a culture of Leadership. Our culture is to provide superior service to members, residents and staff through a sound and progressive model of service and care which aligns our mission, vision and operations. We demonstrate excellence in core services and place value on high quality job performance, professional development, effective time management, budget management, workplace safety and resident/employee satisfaction. We are dedicated to disciplined innovation and continuous quality improvement – we are a learning company. We are committed to sharing our knowledge and being an organization that attracts the best and brightest talent. We are team-oriented, caring and honest.
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant is responsible for assisting the professional staff by performing various resident care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the residents. Responsible for the delivery of resident care (baths, personal grooming, feeding) as directed by the supervisor/s. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Strive to incorporate the philosophy and mission of The Facility and to incorporate the Facility’s goal of quality care in a personal manner with total regard for individual human dignity.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Assistant provides personal care assistance to residents as directed: (bathing, grooming, feeding, and toileting)
Prepares residents for meals; serves and collects trays, assists in setting up and feeding residents; serves fresh water and nourishments when indicated.
The Certified Nursing Assistant helps residents with transferring and lifting, raising residents in beds and turning residents. May apply restraints as directed.
Obtains temperature on residents whose medical conditions warrant such monitoring. Obtains urine samples, weights, intake/output.
Regularly checks on residents insuring comfort, dignity and privacy
Performs related Nurse Assistant duties as assigned for efficient unit operation.
Attends all in-services and meetings as required
Cleans each unit as assigned by the Director, including IV poles, ice bucket/ladle, wheelchair/carts
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Requirements
SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
Ability to perform nursing care per current community standard for long term care.
Interact effectively with residents, visitors, administration, physicians, volunteers and staff;
Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations governing Long Term Care
Ability to read, write and speak English in a clear manner
Ability to understand and respond appropriately to cultural diversity
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Preferred Minimum Education:
Completion of 10th grade (High School)
Minimum Experience:
6 or more months of experience as a C.N.A. in a skilled nursing facility.
Required Registration/Certification:
Successful completion of a Certified Nurse Aide program;
Active and current C.N.A. Certification
Current BLS certification
Benefits
At the Masonic Homes you will have the opportunity to combine your passion for helping people and high ethical standards with the opportunities to advance your career.
In return for your skills and passion, we offer:
A work environment focused on teamwork and support for excellent care
Excellent health, wage replacement and other benefits for you and your family’s well-being
A generous contribution to a 401K plan whether or not you participate, and an additional contribution from the company when you participate in the plan
Investment in your growth through Tuition Reimbursement