CNA (SCALE/Adult Medical Day)
Position: Certified Nursing Assistant
Department: SCALE / Adult Medical Day
Reports to: SCALE Program Director and Medical Day Nursing
Exempt/Non- Exempt: Non-Exempt
Summary: The CNA is responsible for providing direct care and assistance with daily living tasks to an adult population.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist clients with activities of daily living
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Assist with participants with toileting needs
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Assist with handing out meals and feeding or assisting participants with meals
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Responsible for monthly vital signs and weights as assigned
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Monitor activity at the door when assigned
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Notify appropriate staff if any Medical Day participants attempt to leave building without notification
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Assist with scheduling mobility rides
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Assist on class activities and occasional field trips when assigned.
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Assorted office duties including attendance records, answering and making phone calls and emails
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Monitor participants while on League transportation when assigned
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Notify nurse for medical concerns noticed or voiced by participant
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Maintain clean and safe environment
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Give proper notification for absence or illness.
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Works with other staff to meet the needs of participants
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Support the mission of The League by creating a supportive environment for participants and staff
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Show dependability by being punctual and maintaining consistent attendance
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Give appropriate notice for time off or illness
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Assist with other duties as assigned
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Monitor participants while on League transportation when assigned.
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Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Charge CNA and Nursing staff
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Demonstrate the 5 Core Values of The League (Accountability, Participant Focus, Quality, Independence and Mutual Respect).
Qualification requirements:
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Ability to work well with others.
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Effective verbal communication.
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Licensed Certified Nursing Assistant (by Maryland Board of Nursing)
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One-year experience working with individuals with disabilities in day or residential setting preferred.