Nursing Assistant - Pool

COUNTY OF BUCKS

JOB TITLE: Nursing Assistant JOB CODE: 0641 DEPARTMENT: Neshaminy Manor/Nursing UNION: 00 FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt GRADE: 00

POSITION SUMMARY:

Delivers or assists in the deliverance, and documents, the regular maintenance care to the residents on their assigned nursing units.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishment of a working relationship with the Charge Nurse and Unit Manager.
• Maintenance of the personal hygiene of the residents.
• Maintenance of a healthful nutritional status of residents.
• Maintenance of the integrity of the skin of the residents.
• Mobilization of the residents.
• Assistance to residents with bowel and bladder functions.
• Maintenance of a clean and orderly environment for the residents.
• Execution of specific skilled tasks under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Maintenance of a safe environment for the residents.
• Response to residents' needs for socialization.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

. High school diploma or equivalent.

. Certified through the Department of Health / Nurse Aide Registry in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

. One year long term care experience preferred.

. Mental ability to comprehend and execute assignments and physical stamina sufficient to mobilize patients.

. Personality characteristics compatible with elderly and/or disabled residents and other nursing personnel.