ESSENTIAL
The following job functions have been determined to be essential to the position. Management reserves the right to modify this list and other functions as deemed necessary.

1. Verify the identification of a resident to assure appropriate care is being provided to the correct patient.
2. Recognize and respond to the needs of residents and team mem
3. Document changes in the resident’s condition as soon as possibl
4. Promote independence of resident decisio
5. Report resident’s intake on meal percentage sheet.
6. Document accidents and incidents when they occ
7. Assist with resident move-ins, transferring and move-out
8. Routinely review work shift assignments and schedules to update or change task objectiv
9. Ensure all assigned tasks are handled in accordance with Community policies and procedures as instructed by supervi
10. Notify Health and Wellness Director of pending absence or tardiness within the time frame described in the personnel handbook.
11. Report and document to Health and Wellness Director all complaints and grievances made by residents, families, visiting individuals, agencies, et
12. Report resident leaving the Community.
13. Document with co-workers at all levels to adequately meet the needs of resident
14. As appropriate, help create an atmosphere of optimism, warmth, and interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit.
15. Meet with personnel as scheduled to assist in identifying and correcting problems and/or the improvement of servic
16. Assist team members with the following personal care functions and explain each procedure to the resident as care is given:

1. Dental and mouth care
2. Bathing
3. Dressing and grooming
4. Hair care
5. Nail care
6. Shaving
7. Bowel and bladder care
8. Other personal and hygiene care

1. Observe and report the presence of pressure areas to prevent decubiti and provide skin care according to policy.
2. Assure that call system is available at all times and answered promptly.
3. Measure and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, anatomical dimension/circumference, et
4. Report any resident abuse immediately.
5. Observe, monitor and report symptoms of potential skin breakdown and/or decubitus ulcers and intervene with appropriate skin care as instructe
6. Assist CNA's with the application of slings, elastic bandages, binders, et
7. Observe, monitor and report condition of disoriented and comatose resident
8. Attend and participate in orientation programs, on-going training and educational class
9. Follow established safety precautions and observe, monitor, and intervene, or report unsafe conditions in the facility.
10. Follow established smoking regulations and report violatio
11. Wash hands before and after performing services for resident
12. Review Resident Assessment and Plans of Care to residents’ conditions, et
13. Maintain confidentiality and privacy of resident care, procedures and documentation, and communicate with the resident on an adult and mature basis with dignity and respect for the resident’s rights and wishe
14. Immediately report any communicable or infectious disease that you contract.
15. Follow established universal precautions and isolation procedures
16. Perform emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and first ai
17. Perform other related duties as assign

OTHER
In Addition to the essential job functions described above, the following job functions are important to the proper fulfillment of the duties:

1. Document observed data on flow sheets, notes, charts, etc. in an informative and descriptive manner.
2. Introduce new residents to their roommate(s), if any, as well as to other residents and to

Co-workers as appropriate.

1. Watch for and report changes in room temperature, ventilation, lighting, etc.
2. Check light bulbs and report those needing to be changed.
3. Monitor that resident’s personal articles are off the floor and properly stored.
4. Inventory, identify and help store resident’s personal possessions on an on-going basis.
5. Make certain our teams:
6. Keep supply room, work areas, and equipment cl
7. Assist residents in preparing for activity and social program
8. Assist with caring for residents’ eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses, etc.
9. Oversee all dietary programs during shift.
10. Review housekeeping needs on a daily basis.
11. Review kitchen cleanliness.
12. Assist and direct visitors as appropriate.

EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, MACHINES AND/OR TOOLS USED
The following is a list of the principal equipment, materials, machines, tools, etc., used by the employee.
-Reports and forms
-Telephone
-Printer
-Cellular phone
-Calculator
-Reference books and materials
-Copy Machine, Fax
-Computer
-Miscellaneous office equipment and supplies
-Medical Charts
-Nursing Assessment Supplies
-State Guidelines