Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Description

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Department: Programs

Job Summary:

The CNA is responsible for the care, hygiene and health of program participants, including helping participants bathe and maintain proper hygiene, feeding and ensuring they take their medication and assessing vital signs.

This position reports to the Director of Health Services.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Assisting with grooming and bathing participants with low mobility

Preparing changing rooms with necessary items such as blankets, pads, medical equipment and toiletries.

Assisting with feeding and taking medications, if necessary.

Monitoring vitals and behaviors, making reports to proper staff if needed.

Transferring participants with low mobility from chair and back

Turning wheelchair participants to prevent pressure ulcers.

Monitoring skin and documenting as needed.

Following Nursing Care Plans.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Effective collaboration skills.

Keen attention to detail.

In-depth understanding of patient care policies and regulations.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED

Active Kentucky Certified Nursing Assistant license

Must be able to acquire and maintain CPR and First Aid Certification.

Physical Requirements:

Alternating periods of sitting, standing and walking for up to 8 hour shifts.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Company Description

An intergenerational community is a place that provides safety, education, & basic necessities of life for people of all ages & abilities. There are approximately 90,000 people with disabilities, 80,000 senior citizens, & 145,000 children in Jefferson County who could benefit from the ILC.

Harbor House’s Intergenerational Life Center (ILC) is a place where individuals of all ages, abilities, & socioeconomic statuses are welcome to learn, grow, & lead more fulfilling lives.

At this new facility, adults with disabilities, seniors, & children will come together to foster mutually beneficial relationships in a home away from home setting.

Providing services like art, music, physical fitness, beauty, and wellness. We will also house a doctor's office, pharmacy, chef kitchen, masseuse, and more.