Ruth Anne Parsons, LNHA
Administrator
Adult Care Center of Roanoke Valley
2321 Roanoke Blvd.
Salem, VA 24153
Cell 540-798-0087
Ph 540-981-2350
Fax 540-981-2353
Quality Daytime Care
Certified Nursing Assistant/Activity Assistant
Job Description
Hours: 40/week
Status: Nonexempt
Education/Certification/Licensure/Experience:
Must have completed a State approved Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Must hold/maintain a current and valid State License to practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant
Must be neat, well-groomed, dependable, friendly enthusiastic, have a good work ethic and demonstrate a clear ability to work under limited supervision. Must be physically fit and capable of carrying out required CNA duties.
Activity Assistant:
Education/Training:
High School Diploma or GED
Other Requirements:
TB screening (upon hire, annually/or as required)
Submit to drug screening (upon hire, and as required)
Background check
Must hold/maintain current CPR/First aid certification
Continuing Education:
Must meet the required in-service training as required by state and facility guidelines
Renew certified nursing assistant license as required by state
CPR/First aid certification
Seek educational opportunities to maintain competency and improve performance
Supervision: Director of Nurses, Administrator and Executive Director
Note: standards of practice as a certified nursing assistant will also be
supervised by a Registered Nurse
Evaluations: Job performance will be monitored and reviewed on an ongoing basis. Evaluations will be completed by your supervisor(s) according to facility policy.
Dress Code: Scrubs, & closed toe shoes (unless otherwise approved by supervisor). The center will provide one set of maroon scrubs to each staff member and will occasionally require he/she wear them on specific days.
Blue jeans (no holes) are permitted, on causal days.
Job Description:
CNA duties:
- Meet all requirements to perform duties of a Licensed/certified nursing assistant (which include, but are not limited to assisting with ADLs, transfers, bathing, toileting, ambulation, etc…)
- Meet the physical demands of position (sitting, standing, bending, lifting)
- Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
- Must write legibly and complete all required documentation as instructed
- Possess skills to provide care for participants who have various mental and physical disabilities
- Must meet standards of facility and all regulatory agencies
- Perform responsibilities to reflect a positive attitude and work environment
- Perform duties in a safe manner and with respect to the individuals’ privacy, confidentiality, Participant’s Rights and HIPAA regulations.
- Attend all scheduled meetings and in-service training
- Must report to work as scheduled, tardiness and excessive absences will not be permitted
- If you cannot report to work as required it is your responsibility to notify your supervisor by directly speaking to him/her (please refer to the employee handbook).
- All requests for time off, early departures must be approved by supervisor. (if an emergency should arise, please notify your supervisor immediately)
- Other duties as assigned
Activity Assistant Duties:
- Assist in the arrival and/or departure of members to and from the program
- Assist members with personal care, ancillary services, and activities of daily living
- Contributes to the planning and conducting of specific activities to meet the physical cognitive, and social needs of members
- Directs and encourages members in groups and/or as individuals
- Assists with daily record keeping of member activities and behavior as required by Adult Day Care
- Communicates with appropriate staff as to changes in members’ behavior and/or needs
- Accompanies members on field trips and/or outings
- Assist with general maintenance and housekeeping when needed
- Participates in workshops and training sessions as scheduled
- Performs related work as requested by supervisors
- Observes and follows established procedures and policies required for licensure
- Willing to work flexible hours and weekends at Center as necessary, including during inclement weather.
By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and understand this job description and that I meet the requirements to perform these duties.
________ I can perform this work without accommodation
________ I can perform this work with accommodation. Explain using back of sheet, you must have a doctor’s excuse that explains why you cannot perform your duties.
Signature: ________________________________________________ Date: _______________