JOB SUMMARY

The Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) is responsible for the care of the residents in a designated area of the facility. CNAs are knowledgeable of the information as outlined on the interdisciplinary Care Plan and follows the plan. Provides information to keep the care plan current with the resident's needs. Provides restorative care for each resident in the assigned group keeping the resident well-groomed, clean and assists to meet the psychosocial needs. Assists to keep the resident care areas clean, in good working order, and a home like atmosphere for the resident. Communicates with the Licensed Staff and other department heads of the resident's needs. He/She reports all relevant observations to the Licensed Staff assigned to the unit in a timely manner. Documents information timely and daily on the Nursing Flow Record and other records as indicated. He/she attends in-services and staff meetings as required. The Certified Nursing Aide is responsible to the Licensed Staff assigned to the specific unit.

EDUCATION

Must be able to read, write, and follow oral instructions. High school education or equivalent is preferred. Must be at least enrolled in a certification program before employment begins and completion of the certification process is preferred prior to employment. Certification process must be completed within state designated deadlines.

Must have and maintain a C.N.A. certification accordingly. Must continue to maintain background checks in good standing according to the requirements of Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services (DADS).