San Antonio CNA

Job Details: Job Location: San Antonio - San Antonio, TX, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Classification

Hourly Non-Exempt

Reports to

Director of Nursing

Summary/Objective

In keeping with our organization’s goals, the primary purpose of the Resident Care Specialist - CNA is to deliver quality daily routine nursing care to residents requiring short-term, skilled, and long-term nursing care, as directed by the supervisor, the facility’s policies and procedures, and good nursing judgment.

Job Duties

Provide direct nursing care, under direct supervision/direction of a nurse, in accordance with federal and state regulations, facility policies and procedures, and prudent nursing judgment
Perform resident care duties as assigned by charge nurse, including but not limited to transporting and transferring, restocking resident room, changing linen, properly positioning resident, bathing, assisting with bowel and bladder needs, assisting with dressing, assisting with eating and hydration, taking vital signs, and caring for resident as needed or directed
Document tasks performed in accordance with organization policies and procedures
Follow appropriate infection control practices
Report any observations and pertinent information, regarding resident care and condition, to the nursing supervisor promptly
Document observations and care delivered to residents daily, per standards of practice and facility policy and procedures
Have knowledge of and utilize of the facility’s written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department
Utilize established methods for coordination and communication of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents’ total regimen of care
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed
Conduct oneself in a professional manner in compliance with facility policies
Ensure that nursing interventions are performed in a timely manner. If there must be a delay, explanations for delays in answers/responses are provided
Provide care in a manner that respect for the resident's dignity and privacy is consistently upheld
Provide complaint/grievance reports to the Administrator as required or as may be necessary
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents
Report known or suspected incidents of fraud, abuse, neglect, and/or misappropriation to the Administrator
Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screensaver activates within established facility policy guidelines
Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screensaver activates within established facility policy guidelines
Ensure to refrain from disclosing assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator
Ensure not disclose resident protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility’s information system

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This position is within a healthcare facility that operates every day. There will be scheduled times of work on the weekends and holidays. Significant events can occur at any given time that require working. Ongoing direction and support may be necessary if systems are not properly implemented, continuously improved, and monitored.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This position generally will require physical activity. It may at times require walking to various locations within a facility. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and may require some use of machinery consistent with the job duties.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position at times requires the ability to walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and lift as necessary.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position
Qualifications: Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the State
2 years’ experience in Long-Term Care experience preferred
Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet) required
Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude
Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Required Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Display attention to detail
Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner
Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)
Exceptional judgment and active foresight
Self-motivated and self-directed