Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) is seeking full-time Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to join their PACE Home Care team in CO! The Certified Nursing Assistant is the heart of the clinical team, providing direct and compassionate care to program participants. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing and assisting participants of Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE - Montrose with activities of daily living, restorative and supportive care.
Salary Range: $16.00 - $18.75
**$4,000 Retention Bonus
The Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE-Montrose is a comprehensive, all-inclusive health care choice for seniors in Greater Montrose and the surrounding area. SCCC's mission is to help older adults live safely in the community. If you are seeking a rewarding career among supportive team members in a friendly and caring environment, we want to hear from you!
VOANS is a nonprofit subsidiary of Volunteers of America. National Services is organized and operated to "advance, support, promote and administer health, housing, and supportive services" in pursuit of the objectives of Volunteers of America. National Services employs more than 3,000 professionals across the country to operate its housing and health care programs. Come and join us and be a part of 'something more'.
In 2021 VOANS was nominated as one of the Best Places to Work. Come join our team!
Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist participants with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, hair care, mouth care, eating, hand and foot nail care, and toileting as needed in their home.
Assists participants with(including ambulating, positioning, transferring, skincare, personal care, etc.) as assigned or needed.
Assists participants with Independent Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) (grocery shopping, cleaning, changing bed linens, laundry, meal preparation, and other routine household care) as assigned. Orders supplies from Adult Day Health Center (ADHC) as needed.
Documents services provided to participants consistently and accurately via approved system/ Daily Activity Record. Documentation is completed promptly. Completes all participant documentation in the medical chart promptly following Senior CommUnity Care procedure.
Implements in-home services plan of care; contacts supervisor with any clarifications.
Reports pertinent information regarding participants promptly to appropriate team members and supervisors.
Participates in participants' plan of care through cooperation with Interdisciplinary Team.
Performs other tasks as assigned by In-Home Services Manager or designee as instructed.
Participates in and supports Quality Improvement Initiatives.
Follows all Senior CommUnity Care policies and procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families.
Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practices Universal Precautions.
Maintains a safe working environment. Follows Senior CommUnity Care Safety policies and procedures.
Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.
Performs other duties as required or requested.
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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.
High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of one year's experience in working with the frail or elderly population.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
Preferred completion on nurse's aide, home health aide, or equivalent training course.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, co-workers, medical staff, and the public.
Basic knowledge in working with frail and elderly to support Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
Skilled in identifying and recommending problem resolution.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation.
Knowledge of how to use and maintain in-home equipment (adaptive).
Pass background screening (drug, employment history, and criminal).
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances
Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation and Holiday)
Retirement (403B)
Life Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement (between home visits)
Scholarship Opportunities
At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
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Job Snapshot
Employee Type
Full-Time
Location
Montrose, CO
Job Type
Health Care, Nonprofit - Social Services, Nurse
Experience
Not Specified
Date Posted
06/07/2022
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