NURSE AIDE IN TRAINING - CLASS STARTS 9/11! (86906)
On-sitePort Lavaca, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Provide non-clinical care and services to assigned residents under Charge Nurse supervision. Follow resident assignment schedules, walk ambulatory residents, or push wheelchairs while safely lifting up to 50 pounds. Perform personal care tasks including combing hair, nail care, pre- and post-meal grooming, oral hygiene assistance, and maintaining proper water levels. Answer call lights promptly, assist with activities, and perform basic clerical functions. Clean wheelchairs, beds, and equipment; remove and clean up excretions or spills. Report unusual resident conditions, equipment needs, or safety hazards immediately. Participate in emergency drills and maintain universal safety precautions. Maintain regular attendance and perform special duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Ability to speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate with residents
- Ability to complete assignments while having constant interruptions
- At least 16 years of age
- Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance in accordance with facility attendance policies
- Ability to safely perform movements such as pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching and lifting in excess of 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations
- Manual dexterity required performing tasks in assisting residents with their personal needs
- Ability to safely ascend and descend stairwells and assist in an evacuation
- Capability to withstand strong foul odors
- Ability to tolerate wearing necessary personal protective equipment
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to be mentally alert and communicate verbally and in writing information regarding resident's condition and care
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