Certified Nursing Assistant

Company: Edenbridge Health
Location: Washington
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)Role: Certified Nursing Assistant Location: Edenbridge PACE at Skyland Town Center, Washington, DC 20020Status: Full-timeMission: To allow frail elderly people to age in the location of their choosing and continue to lead connected, meaningful livesThe Certified Nursing Assistant role offers a unique opportunity to help our frail elderly population to continue to lead connected, meaningful lives. Edenbridge PACE is opening the first PACE program servicing the community in Wards 7 and 8 in Washington, DC.Role in Brief:We are looking for an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant who will be responsible for providing and assisting participants with activities of daily living at home, and/or at our Edenbridge PACE at Town Center. This position reports to the Homecare Coordinator RNWhat We Offer:COMPETITIVE PAY!!!Monday - Friday (8:00 am-4:30 pm) Work ScheduleFREE PARKING!Paid HolidaysPaid Time OffRetirement PlanningMedical CoverageDentalVisionHealth Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Life InsuranceShort-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityCommuter ReimbursementESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists participants with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, hair care, mouth care, eating, hand and foot nail care) as assigned or needed.Assists in monitoring participant's health status (vital signs, weight, skin condition, appetite and changes in functional ability). Observes participant's taking prescribed medications. Reports pertinent information to Home Care Coordinator in a timely manner.Documents services provided to participants consistently and accurately via Electronic Health Record (EHR). Participates in participant's care planning through cooperation with multidisciplinary teams. Participates in Quality Improvement programs as assignedOther duties as requested/assigned professional demeanor at all times. QUALIFICATIONS Must hold active certification by Washington DCMust have 1 year of experience with the frail, elderly or disabled population. Must be 21 years of age or older.Must have good written and verbal communication skills. Must have a current Driver's License and driving record must be in compliance with Company policy at all times. Must maintain current automobile insurance. Must submit to and pass a pre-employment and criminal background check. Must be free of all communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before providing direct care. Vaccination against the seasonal flu and Covid - 19 required. Must be efficient with computer applications such as email, navigating the internet, using electronic timekeeping, and Electronic Health Records. Operates in full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local fire, health, safety, sanitation, Emergency procedures, and other Standards prescribed in law or regulationsAbility to work independently with minimum supervision. Knowledge of how to use and maintain in-home equipment (adaptive, Hoyer lift, etc.)Learn more at: https://www.edenbridgehealth.org/Interested candidates, please apply by submitting your resume at https://edenbridgehealth.applytojob.com/

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