Careers With Purpose
Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.
Facility: GSS CO Ft Collins Location: Fort Collins, CO Address: 508 W Trilby Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80524-0544, USA Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 36.00 Salary Range: $20.50 - $31.00 Pay Info: Weekend shift differential pay
Department Details
Job Summary The Senior Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as an experienced caregiver to the resident during the scheduled work period in long term care. Demonstrates expert level experience as a certified nursing assistant and assists other staff as needed.
Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned resident under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per care plan. Considered a member of the nursing team and is expected to know and will be held accountable for following infection prevention and control policies and Personal Protective Equipment use. Often works as a support to other clinical staff in addition to assuming own responsibilities. Leads in problem solving and maintaining high accountability.
Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include but are not limited to:
Assists the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment, and also provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate.
The NA aids providers and nursing staff members with procedures if needed. Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates residents changing condition and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.
May be responsible for completing tasks related to the Restorative Nursing program including documentation, scheduling, and leading restorative programs.
Qualifications
Benefits The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include:
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The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer. MF/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talentsanfordhealth.org.
The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0254424 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No