Nursing Assistant

This position provides direct patient care for patients with complex medical needs and assists nurses or other members of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) as needed in accordance with the organization’s Mission and Core Values, utilizing Person-Centered Practices as appropriate. Certification (CNA) is preferred but not required. 

·      Assist with dietary and hygiene needs, positioning, and transferring, according to each individual’s appropriate need for assistance

·      Assist individuals develop their daily living/learning capabilities

·      Assist in community integration according to individual care and support goals and objectives

·      Assist with learning and recreational activities

·      Assist with transportation needs of patients as needed

o  Complete vehicle mileage logs

·      Follow and implement care plan, assisting in the acquisition of resources required to achieve the patient’s goals

·      Assist with patients’ medical needs under the direction of nursing staff, communicating with appropriate medical staff

·      Assist in emergencies

·      Attend and actively participate in required meetings

·      Attend, complete and maintain trainings as required

·      Float as assigned from one environment to another

·      Complete other duties as assigned by any member of the IDT

·      Document thoroughly in the Electronic Medical Record

·      Collect, report and document all applicable care and support information, using appropriate forms

·      Communicate significant changes patients care to IDT members

·      Report and document allegations/observations of abuse, neglect and exploitation according to established policies and procedures

·      Report vehicle accidents

High school diploma or GED equivalency is required. Must be 18 years of age or older. Valid driver’s license with clean driving record. May require training/testing to drive accessible vehicle. Prior experience working with medical complex patients is preferred. Certification as a CNA is preferred but not required. Successful completion and certification in training provided by agency within specific time allotment required.