CNA or Med Aide (PRN/Flexible) – Grand Island

Job Description

Overview

Do you have a…

• Valid CNA and/or MA-40 certification?
• Passion for making a difference in the lives of older adults?
• Desire to provide the highest quality Care to promote the well-being and happiness of those we care for and about?

If you answered YES, a terrific opportunity awaits, be a part of Tabitha’s Team!

Help us fulfill TABITHA’S PURPOSE to empower people (including YOU) to LIVE JOYFULLY, AGE GRATEFULLY.

When an employee moves to PRN status there are requirements/guidelines that must be met:

• Must be willing and able to go to any nursing unit. You are NOT guaranteed to work on only one specific unit, even if you picked up a specific opening in Schedule360.
• You are required to work 24 hours a month with at least 8 hours on a weekend.
• When you pick up or trade shifts with co-workers, these shifts are not a part of your REQUIRED 24 hours.
• You must work 8 hours on one (1) holiday within a year’s timeframe.
• You will receive credit for your scheduled shift if Tabitha needs to cancel.
• You will NOT receive credit for your scheduled shift that YOU cancel.
• Failure to give a two (2) week notice to cancel a shift may be considered an absence.
• Must complete all mandatory training / in-services / competency / and compete any continuing education hours required for the appropriate discipline to be eligible to work at Tabitha.
• You are expected to continue attending floor meetings to stay current with reviews and new information.
• The Scheduling Department will review your hours worked on a monthly basis and notify anyone who is noncompliant of the 24 hour per month guideline. PRN staff will have five (5) business days to contact the Scheduling Department and/or schedule hours in Schedule360. Scheduling less than three (3) shifts in a one-month period may result in termination.
• Notify the Scheduling Department immediately of any telephone number changes/updates.
• You will not be paid bonus (prem) pay for your first holiday worked.
• No bonus (prem) pay will be given if you have not met your monthly requirement.

Benefits:

• *Full benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance
• *Life and disability benefits
• *Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Leaves
• 401(k) with match (21+ years old)
• Wellness program
• Health Savings Account
• Workforce Development Opportunities

*eligible if scheduled hours per week requirements are met

Responsibilities

1. Provides assistance with activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, transferring/ambulation and continence.
2. Assists with Senior/client admissions, discharges, transfers and orientation of new employees.
3. Follows department protocol for submission of completed documentation.
4. Prioritizes assignments, making adjustments throughout shift to meet frequently changing/ overlapping Senior/client/caregiver/TEAMember/manager needs, call lights, when necessary.
5. Performs work duties within the assigned work environment related to the position, as assigned by Tabitha, regardless of TEAMember preference.
6. Provides and documents basic therapeutic care not requiring nursing judgement, such as obtaining heights, weights and measuring vital signs.
7. Prepares breakfast, snacks and other foods requested by/for Senior/client.
8. Processes Senior/client laundry
9. Evaluates emergency situations, performing CPR when necessary, based on training.
10. Additional essential functions if a:
    • Med Aide:
      1. Prepares and administers medications, treatments, oxygen, inhalers, Belize’s etc. as ordered by the physician and according to facility policies/procedures.
      2. Administers PRN medications/treatments under the direction of the RN, within scope of practice.
    • Bath Aide:
      1. Provides and/or assists with providing Senior/client bathing, while promoting optimum Senior/client independence.
    • If a Functional Maintenance Aide:
      1. Performs tasks including but not limited to strengthening exercise, activities of daily living, ambulation, range of motion and feeding programs strictly observing the techniques and programs established by the therapist and/or Nurse Manager.
      2. Instructs, motivates and assists Seniors/clients by direction of the nurse with learning and improving functional activities.

Qualifications

Communication: Sufficient fluency to be able to understand and follow written or verbal instructions, provide instruction to others, read and understand a care plan/service plan, policies, procedures or other similar documentation, interact successfully with others.
Physical Requirements: Ability to gain access to the work area and then safely perform the duties of the job while utilizing standard and specialized equipment. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without correction). Must have unrestricted lift/push/pull ability and pass a 50 – pound physical exam demonstrating strength and agility prior to employment and at Tabitha’s discretion.

Age Requirement: At least age 18.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience: 6 months experience as an aide or caregiver preferred.
Credentials: CNA certification in good standing as demonstrated by inclusion on the Nebraska State Registry, required. If a Med Aide: CNA and Med Aide 40 hour certification in good standing as demonstrated by inclusion on the Nebraska State Registry, required. CPR required. All certifications must be kept up to date at the expense of the employee. Must meet Tabitha’s vaccination requirements.

EEO Disability/Veteran