Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Bak - Bakersfield, CA, Position Type: Temporary, Salary Range: $17.00 - $21.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Who We Are

PACE by IIH is empowering senior participants to age at home with dignity through personalized, comprehensive care plans that deliver high-quality health and human services along with strong community support. Through an interdisciplinary and participant-centered model of care, PACE by IIH is committed to improving quality of life, promoting independence, and providing compassionate support tailored to the unique needs of each participant. Our team works collaboratively to deliver innovative, community-based healthcare solutions that allow seniors to remain safely and comfortably in their homes while receiving the care and services they need to thrive.

Benefits

401(k) 
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
 

Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Center Manager, the CNA is responsible for providing various care services necessary for attending to the personal needs, support, and health status of participants.
 

Essential Job Functions

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team in ongoing participant assessment and monitoring. Report on personal care services provided and the self-care abilities of participant, including changes noted in participant’s condition.
As part of the health care team, provide personal care assistance that will maintain the independence of the participant to conduct activities of daily living, including toileting, showers, eating, and grooming. Assist in the maintenance of physical activity, exercise, and walking.
Provide nursing care as assigned in a safe manner, consistent with nurse assistant certification and the policies and procedures of the center.
Responsible for participant safety, identify safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action as able.
Provide behavioral supervision or support for participants, such as reality orientation, reminder to follow through with nursing and medication instruction, diet restrictions, and emotional reassurance.
Assist with general activities such as conversing with participants, recreation activities, meal and snack serving, and housekeeping.
Assist in identifying signs and symptoms indicating physical, emotional, or behavioral change in participants and reporting these signs to the center staff and/or supervisor, including but not limited to, any changes in skin integrity, bowel and bladder status, food/fluid intake, or changes in ambulation.
Assure compliance with infection control, personal protection equipment, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous material handling, and fire safety standards.
Escort participants to medical, dental, optometry, rehabilitation, and other appointments as necessary.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and participant care planning on a regular basis.
Maintain current written records, indicating ongoing documentation of services provided, reassessments of changing needs, and participant’s expressed wishes.
Prepare and submit timely written reports as required.
Maintain confidentiality of participant information.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, projects, and committees as assigned.
Adhere to and support the center’s policies, practices, and procedures.
Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner; and perform all other related duties as assigned.
Be flexible in schedule of hours worked.
May require use of personal vehicle.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and techniques involved in relating to frail elderly persons.
Skill in communicating with participants, their families, and other staff members; ability to establish a helping, trusting relationship with participants.
Demonstrates sensitivity to the needs of older adults as evidenced by a caring approach, patience in providing care, and responsiveness to participant requests.
Ability to follow directions, verbal and written instructions, and adapt work schedule under supervision.
Ability to follow through with instructions and directions provided by supervisor, RN, QAPI coordinator, primary care physician, and/or medical director.
Ability to utilize appropriate safety measures when providing care.
Ability to relate to the public and governmental agencies in a pleasant, patient, and professional manner.
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously as part of an interdisciplinary team, the elderly, providers of services, and peers in particular.
Well organized, dependable, flexible, and resourceful.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The working conditions and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to access all areas of the center throughout the workday.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally, 15 pounds frequently, and 7 pounds constantly; required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25 pounds.
Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent sitting, standing, walking and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead; squatting and kneeling.
Ability to communicate verbally with an excellent comprehension of the English language.
Work is generally performed in an indoor, well-lighted, well-ventilated, heated, and air-conditioned environment.

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population.
Experience in a long-term care facility or with a community-based geriatric program preferred.

Education and Certification

Must possess, as a minimum, a GED or high school diploma.
Must possess an active Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of California.
Must possess or complete a CPR certification with First aid upon hire.
Preferably possesses a valid food handler’s license; must obtain one upon hire to assist with food service as needed. Completion of a California ANSI-accredited Food Handler Training Program within 60 days of hire.
Is medically cleared for communicable diseases and has all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact.
 

Core Values

CARE is central to what we do, prioritizing the well-being, dignity, and independence of our senior participants. 
COMPASSION in every interaction, ensuring kindness, empathy, and understanding guide our care.
CULTURE that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve and fosters a workplace where every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered to grow. 
COMMUNITY that fosters connection, belonging, and support for participants and their families.
COMMITMENT to quality improvement, innovation, and delivering healthier outcomes.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.