Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Memory Care Experience - CRISTA Ministries

POSITION SUMMARY      

The NAC will be primarily responsible for creating an environment for each resident that maximizes their abilities, independence and quality of life. This position will oversee and assist residents in performing routine activities of daily living in order to accomplish the aforementioned, while following CRISTA’s policies and procedures. This position is an integral part of the Senior Living mission of providing joy and purpose to the lives of our residents.      

• Provide personal care services which may include assistance with: bathing, dressing, managing incontinence, ambulation or transportation, cueing for meals and appointments, taking medications, making beds, emptying trash, etc.
• Recognize and report any changes in health and/or behavior of residents and any unsafe or environmental problems.
• Report for duty as scheduled and appropriately dressed, being flexible to fill in for fellow staff during emergencies or vacations, even in an area that is not their "regular" assignment.
• Follow policies and procedures regarding charting, documentation and reporting.
• Build personal relationships with residents and their families to ensure that care is based on personal preferences of the resident, while creating a home-like atmosphere of warmth and caring that meets the ongoing needs of the resident.
• Actively resolve problems involving other team care members as appropriate.
• Participate in monthly training meetings and other ongoing education opportunities to ensure that training requirements are met.
• Manage or redirect agitated or emotionally upset residents or family members.
• Make appropriate emergency and non-emergency judgments that ensure residents receive necessary services and/or care.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS   

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
  
• Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc).
• Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
• Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
• Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
• Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

EDUCATION    

• High School diploma or equivalent.
  

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION    

• Nursing Assistance Certified. Home Care Aide Certified.
  

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS    

• Healthcare provider required to comply with the federal law (HIPAA) that addresses privacy and security of protected health information. HIPAA training required. This job has access to resident health information.
• Risk for exposure to infectious disease, substances, and odors throughout the work day.
• Ability to think quickly and make independent decisions.
• Subject to frequent interruptions, mental and emotional stress.
• Remain calm during emergencies and/or stressful situations.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Flexibility in duties and structure of day to help meet the needs of the residents.