Certified Nursing Assistant, Homecare Services

CNA shift for this position:  Saturday 8:30am to 12:30pm, Westerly

The Certified Nursing Assistant I provides Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and  Instrumental Activities of daily living (IADLs) as assigned in an individual's care plan.  Care is generally provided in the home, however, transportation, errands, and escort  services may also be assigned as designated in an individual's care plan. The CNA I  may also provided skilled tasks that requires special training and competencies that a  Personal Care Attendant cannot provide.

• Comply with all policies and procedures set out by the Quality Home Staffing/Community Based Home Care Employee Manual provided at orientation or any  additional materials provided during the term of employment. 
• Position is responsible for providing services as assigned by the RN Field  Supervisor in accordance with the individual's approved service plan.
• The Certified Nursing Assistant I is required to report any deviations in an  individual's functional or medical condition to the appropriate agency personnel.
• Services must be provided during the assigned schedule for each individual.
• Deviations from the assignment including, but not limited to the following must be reported to the agency
  • Deviations from the assigned schedule
  • Individual declining specific tasks or requesting unassigned tasks 
  • Individual expecting to be unavailable for a shift or multiple shifts.
  • Hospitalizations, Rehab, or Facility placement.
  • Incidents, accidents or other events that are not aligned with the  individual's plan of care. 
• The Certified Nursing Assistant I must be able to demonstrate competence with  assigned ADLs and IADLs or special tasks and perform these tasks in line with  the plan of care.
• Tasks may include, but are not limited to:
  • Bathing (assist, bed bath, tub bath, shower, sitz)
  • Dressing / Undressing
  • Mouth care
  • Skin care (non-prescription)
  • Hair care
  • Nail care (does not include nail care for clients with Diabetes)
  • Mobility 
  • Turn and position