ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides quality nursing care to Sisters in an environment which promotes their rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and their individuality
• Attends to the individual needs of the Sisters which may include assistance with all aspects of daily living
• Knows the Sister’s preferences and includes in the plan of care
• Promptly reports to the charge nurse any incidents/accidents, evidence of abuse, or violations of Residents’ Rights
• Observes the Sisters for changes in condition or behavior and promptly reports these changes to appropriate Nursing personnel
• Provides care that maintains Sisters skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears and other damage by providing incontinent care, turning, repositioning, etc.
• Lifts, moves and transports Sisters, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention
• Answers Sisters calls promptly and courteously
• Performs various tasks assigned by the charge nurse including vital signs, weights, etc.
• Assists in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; reports environmental deficiencies such as lighting or equipment problems to the charge nurse or Maintenance
• Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures
• Protects the personal belongings of the Sisters, promptly reporting missing items and participates in efforts to locate missing items
• Assists and escorts Sisters to the dining area, chapel, etc.
• Completes certified nursing assistant records documenting care provided or other information according to department policies

 

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the individualized plan of care for the Sisters
• Knowledge and understanding of the safety handbook
• Knowledge of all aspects of Resident Rights
• Skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate the following equipment and machines: telephone, mechanical lifts, electronic scales, bather equipment, adjustable chairs/beds, wheel/geri-chairs, nurse call system, dishwasher, washer and dryer, and humidifiers
• Ability to uphold the mission, vision and Core Values of the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois
• Ability to assist with lifting, positioning, and transferring of the Sisters
• Ability to uphold and maintain confidentiality

 

EDUCATION/MINIMAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduate or equivalent and/or vocational training
• Certification as a nurse assistant in a recognized program and successful completion with ‘PASS’ on the State Competency Examination within 4 months of hire date
• Previous experience as a nurse assistant preferred

 

ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Observes dress code and maintains professional appearance
• Attends nurse assistant and department meetings as scheduled
• Obtains twelve (12) hours of in-service education annually via meeting attendance and/or online education
• Assists with washing, folding, and storing of linens
• Must be willing to rotate shifts, days off and weekends; may occasionally be required to work overtime
• Adheres to department and employer’s policies and procedures and safety handbook
• Other duties as assigned

 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

	Percentage of work time spent in activity
	0-5%	6-33%	34-66%	67-100%
Balance				X
Bending at the waist			X
Climbing stairs		X
Crawling	X
Driving (golf cart)	X
Fine motor control/precision			X
Lift and carry > 8 ft.			X
Lifting, pushing, pulling				X
Overhead work or lifting above the shoulders	X
Lifting requirement (lbs)	>75 lbs	>50 lbs	50 lbs	>25 lbs
Physical coordination				X
Repeated squatting		X
Repeated trunk rotation/twisting		X
Sitting	X
Standing				X
Sustained squatting	X
Walking				X

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in clean, air-conditioned environment; required to exercise universal precautions to minimize against the spread of infectious processes, danger is minimal if safety regulations are followed; self-provided uniform required.