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The primary purpose of the Resident Aide-Nurse Aide Trainee is to successfully complete class room training as well as clinical studies in order to pass the NYS Nurse Aide Training test to become a Certified Nurse Aide.
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Support the philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Home and the Nursing Department in performance of care as a member of the team.
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Provides care to residents assigned solely under the supervision of the NATP Coordinator/Clinical Supervisor, who will oversee the NA Trainee skills and evaluate his/her performance.
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Assist in maintenance of care standards.
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Carry out assigned tasks in the admission of the resident to new environment and give care as directed.
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Contribute to resident teaching by performance of procedures as instructed and observe new procedures.
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Recognize and report to charge nurse signs and symptoms denoting change in resident’s condition.
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Acknowledge resident’s request and provide the requested service or relay the request to another more appropriate staff member.
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Discuss problems of performance concerning nursing care with charge nurse.
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Treat residents and co-workers with dignity and respect.
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Participate in In-service programs, resident care conferences and staff meetings as assigned.
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Assist in maintenance of environment conducive to providing quality care.
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Assist in observing effectiveness of care as assigned.
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Assist in maintenance of a system for communication for nursing information for each resident:
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Participate in nursing reports and daily conferences by reporting nursing care data to nurse in charge.
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Use Comprehensive Care Plan in carrying out assignment.
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Follow written assignments to provide continuity of care.
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Understand the functions of the other persons involved in care of resident.
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Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
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Document on the Daily Care Assessment, the treatment sheet, weight and vital signs sheets, and report Intake and Output information to the LPN when applicable.
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Foster a cooperative effort among other staff members in all departments.
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Transport residents to other departments and on the nursing units as needs arise.
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Understand functions of other staff members.
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Respect individual for ability, knowledge and skills.
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Utilize opportunities to promote better understanding of working relationships when in contact with residents, families, visitors, Nursing personnel, Medical staff and other health disciplines.
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Support Personnel policies.
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Recommend changes to nurse in charge.
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Assume responsibility to keep self informed.
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Report any personnel problems to charge nurse.
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Support new Nursing Home programs and policies.
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Attend no less than 6 hours of compensated in-service education in every six (6) month period.
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May be required to work on other shifts and units, as needed.
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May be required to perform other related duties, as needed.
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Follow established Infection Control procedures.
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Attend all required in-services and follow all department and facility policies and procedures including the use of personal protective equipment.
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Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all pertinent resident care and employee information and follow HIPAA and HIV regulations
Education/Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED, preferred
Experience:
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Minimum 1 year previous long term care experience
Skills:
- Accountability
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Communication
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Multi-Tasking
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Patience
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Responsibility
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Time Management
Physical Requirements:
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Medium work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move object
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Occasional balancing, crouching, typing/clerical/dexterity, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, seeing/monitor/computer use, fit testing
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Frequent grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, standing, talking, walking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)
Hazards:
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Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, chemical
Working Conditions:
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Occasional extreme temperatures, noise, odors
Travel:
