$18.40 Participant Care Aide (CNA) In Home - Full Time Days - Immanuel Pathways Council Bluffs
Company: Immanuel
Location: Council Bluffs
Posted on: June 19, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview Immanuel Pathways in Windsor Heights, IA is seeking FT
Participant Care Aides (CNA) for a Full Time days shift. In this
position you are responsible for providing and assisting
participants of Immanuel Pathways program with personal cares,
activities of daily living, restorative, recreational programing
and supportive care in the center and/or participant's homes.
Assists in monitoring and reporting participant's health status and
providing a safe environment for the participants of Immanuel
Pathways. Supports and lives out Immanuel's Mission and CHRIST
Promises. Immanuels Outstanding Benefits Package Includes: Medical,
dental, and vision PTO - accruing from day one of employment 2
Floating Holidays per year 401K with matching Education program -
up to $5,250 per year for continuing education Flexible schedule
Plus many more benefits Work Environment: Hybrid, both at the
center and in the participant's homes Certification Required:
Active Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate required in the
respective state in which he/she is employed. Shift: 8 Hour Days 6
am - 2 pm Pay: This position starts at $18.40 hour (we also pay
based on years of experience) Come work in our culture of caring
for each other and our participants; having the ability each day to
make a difference. Responsibilities Key Areas Key Responsibilities
and Duties of the Job 85% Participant Care and Assistance Assists
and monitors participants with activities of daily living (ADL),
including but not limited to: Bathing, dressing, transfers, hair
care, grooming, shaving, oral hygiene, and toileting assistance.
Completes daily ADL charting. Assists with participants that have
memory support needs. Assists in the memory specific room. Assists
participants with Clinical needs including but not limited to:
Collaborates with participant and clinic regarding acute needs.
Notes changes in participant's physical or emotional status and
communicates information to the appropriate department/discipline.
Performs directed tasks such as vitals, specimen collection and
treatments after the employee has proven competency with the
corresponding tasks. Follows Immanuel Pathways documentation
standards for participant care. Assists participants with
Transportation needs, including but not limited to: Accompanying
participants to and from home with the drivers. Accompanying
participant to medical and other appointments. Helping the driver
load and unload participants from vehicles. Performs directed
household services, including but not limited to: Completes light
housekeeping. Shops for participants groceries. Launders
participant clothing. Assists with Recreational Activities,
including but not limited to: Creating and participating in group
and one-on-one activities in accordance with the daily activity
calendar and/or requested by the Recreational Therapist. Preparing
for, facilitating and cleaning-up participant activities. Activity
documentation. Assists with participant Dietary needs, including
but not limited to: Supporting the Registered Dietitian and Dietary
Manager with setting up, serving and cleaning for snacks and noon
meal. Assisting participants with specific dietary needs (i.e.
thicken liquids, feeding, etc.). Dietary documentation (i.e.
weights, meals etc.). Prepares meals, including therapeutic diets
and assists participants with meals. Assists with participant
Therapy needs, including but not limited to: Restorative exercises
on behalf of Physical Therapy. Participant specific Occupational
Therapy interventions. Therapy documentation. Functions as a IDT
member (as assigned) and supports participant care plans:
Participating in the activities of the Interdisciplinary Team.
Carries out the plan of care as directed. Maintain a, safe,
welcoming and clean environment for participants including by not
limited to: Routine communication with Participant Care Supervisor
and Primary Nurse. Maintains clean day rooms and personal care
areas. Treating participants with compassion, dignity and respect.
10% Compliance and Safety Follows policies and procedures of
Immanuel Pathways through: Demonstrating dependability through
consistent compliance with scheduled work hours. Complying with all
policies and procedures. Acting within the scope of position's
authority. Participates in and supports Quality Improvement
initiatives. Maintaining the confidentiality of all company
procedures, results and information about participants, clients or
families. Implementing Exposure Control Plan. Complying with
Emergency Preparedness Plan. Using proper lifting and push/pull
techniques, use gait belt assistance and participant transfers.
Following proper equipment use and cleaning. Maintaining Nursing
Assistant certification. 5% Other Perform other duties as required
or requested Qualifications Education- High school diploma or
equivalent is required. Active Certified Nursing Assistant
Certificate required in the respective state in which he/she is
employed. At Nebraska PACE locations: Be at least 18 years of age
according to Nebraska State Regulation. Experience- One (1) year of
experience working with the frail or elderly population required,
or completion of job specific training related to working with the
elderly population must be completed within the first six months of
hire. Other Requirements- Must have medical clearance for
communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having
direct participant contact. Must have a valid driver's license,
proof of insurance and have means of transportation. Basic Life
Support (BLS) Skills i.e. Health Care Level Cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR); Automated External Defibrillator (AED); First
Aide (FA). KSA- Knowledge Skills and Abilities- Experience in
identifying and recommending problem resolution. Experience in
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with
participants, co-workers, and the public. Ability to communicate
clearly and effectively with co-workers and Participant Care
Supervisor. Ability to anticipate/recognize your internal and
external customer needs and respond appropriately. Ability to
understand customer satisfaction targets looking at long-term
benefits. Ability to use critical thinking skills to solve problems
quickly, adding value beyond customer expectations. Ability to
complete customer service training and ensure satisfactory outcomes
according to established guidelines. Ability to work effectively
with culturally, economically, and educationally, diverse
populations. Ability to chart via Electronic Health Records. Proven
experience and basic computer proficiency (internet, email,
Microsoft). Ability to consistently work in a positive and
cooperative manner with fellow employees. Ability to address
conflict as it occurs seeing it as an opportunity to improve.
Listening skills to understand, then to be understood. Assists the
business unit in achieving results through strong written, verbal
and visual communication skills. Know how to demonstrate effective
use of time, resources, and skills (e.i. Seeks out opportunities to
help rather than waiting to be asked). Applies and adapts skill,
knowledge acquired through training and development opportunities
and also be able to assess one's own strength, accept feedback, and
be open to change.
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