CNA - PRN/Flexible (24hr/month)
Company: Tabitha
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview
TABITHA'S PURPOSE: - We empower people to live joyfully, age
gratefully.
Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY:
Each CNA and Med Aide, regardless of title, enhances the living
experience for Tabitha's elders/residents/clients (hereinafter,
"elders/clients") by performing various care activities and related
services as described and in compliance with the comprehensive care
plan/service plan objectives. While doing so they will contribute
to the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of
elders/clients through respectful, professional, competent and
personable interaction. This employee strives to uphold Tabitha's
LIVE Culture, Crew Code of Conduct and actively embraces Tabitha's
Core Values. By doing so, the employee supports Tabitha goals
related to the dignity, respect, independence, competence,
autonomy, personal comfort, safety and security of elders/clients.
In addition, the employee contributes to the success of Tabitha
through ongoing collaboration with family members, coworkers,
management, volunteers and others in the organization.
When an employee moves to PRN status there are
requirements/guidelines that must be met:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Tabitha's TEAM CONDUCT CODE As a member of the Tabitha team---
CHARACTER
- - - - - - - - - - - I will always be in character while doing the
work of Tabitha.
COMPASSION
- - - - - - - - - - - I will extend unwavering Christian compassion
toward everyone.
CONNECTION
- - - - - - - - - - - I will build relationships rooted in love,
because at Tabitha, love matters.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
- - - - - - - - - - - I will anticipate each customer's needs,
always looking for ways to exceed their expectations.
COLLABORATION
- - - - - - - - - - - I will cooperate with others to create an
atmosphere of teamwork.
COMMUNICATION
- - - - - - - - - - - I will accept responsibility for excellent
communication and will be constantly aware that what I say and do
is a reflection of Tabitha.
COMMITMENT
- - - - - - - - - - - I will do what I say, when I say, because
Tabitha's success depends on my ability to make and keep
commitments.
CONTRIBUTION
- - - - - - - - - - - I will offer my time, talent, and treasure to
Tabitha.
COURAGEOUS VISION
- - - - - - - - - - - I will support Tabitha's ongoing efforts to
continually improve and am willing to offer ideas and be accepting
of change.
CONTINUUM
- - - - - - - - - - - I will understand who Tabitha is and what
Tabitha does in order to support and promote One Tabitha.
Qualifications
COMMUNICATION: Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand
the English language including medical terminology related to the
job. Sufficient fluency to be able to understand and follow written
or verbal instructions, provide instruction to others, read and
understand a care plan/service plan, policies, procedures or other
similar documentation, interact successfully with
elder/clients/caregivers, hold a conversation, conduct or
participate in meetings, compose professional e-mails or other
written communication, prepare legible, accurate and thorough
documentation as required by the job and interact with coworkers,
customers, vendors, volunteers, managers and family members
effectively. Ability to recognize and interpret non-verbal cues. -
- - - Ability to respond calmly and clearly to emergencies and
emotional situations. WORKSITE CONDITIONS: Works indoors in a
facility or in vehicles (Transportation Aides) maintained by
Tabitha that will typically be in good repair, clean, well
ventilated and well lit. Frequent exposure to heat/steam (in bath
facility), dust, disinfectants, infectious waste, communicable
diseases, bodily fluids, blood borne pathogens, cleaning products,
personal care products. Frequent exposure to noise from call
lights, phones, walkie talkies. Frequent interruptions and changes
in priorities based on needs of elder/clients. Occasional exposure
to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to outdoors and the
resulting extremes in temperature and exposure to sun, rain, heat,
cold, wind, allergens. Frequent interaction with elders/clients,
coworkers, visitors, representatives of government agencies, etc.
under all conditions and circumstances. This will include exposure
to elder/clients, family members and coworkers who may experience
extremes in emotions. Elders/clients, in particular, may become
agitated or combative. Works beyond normal scheduled hours and on
weekends and holidays when assigned. Is subject to extended hours
or callback during emergency conditions or based upon needs of the
organization. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to gain access to the
work area and then safely perform the duties of the job while
utilizing standard and specialized equipment, including but not
limited to the equipment described below. Physical stamina with the
ability to perform duties while moving about the work area for the
entire shift with few opportunities to sit down and with little or
no break between tasks. - - Strength and agility sufficient to
frequently and continuously lift, push, pull, reach, squat, kneel,
bend, carry, twist, pinch, grasp, climb stairs while performing
duties (such as bathing, toileting, transferring) and manipulating
various supplies and equipment. Frequent periods of intense
activity. - - Ability to safely perform unassisted transfers
(from/to bed/chair/toilet/commode/bathtub/shower) and otherwise
provide care to elders/clients who are weak, frail, obese, unable
to assist due to limited mobility, quadriplegia, paraplegia,
tremors, paralysis etc. Ability to remain calm and work effectively
when others (such as elders/clients, coworkers or family members)
experience emotional extremes, up to and including elders/clients
who become combative. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with
or without correction). Must have unrestricted lift/push/pull
ability and pass a 50 - pound physical exam demonstrating strength
and agility prior to employment and at Tabitha's discretion.
EQUIPMENT USAGE: Standard and specialized equipment including but
not limited to gait belts, bedpans, urinals, wheelchairs, geri -
chairs, commodes, shower chairs, blood pressure apparatus,
thermometers (glass, electronic and tympanic), ambulation equipment
(canes, walkers, crutches, etc.), whirlpool, scales (electronic and
regular), oximeter, oxygen concentrator, mechanical lift devices,
Clinitron bed, Aqua-K pad, braces, splints, nebulizer, inhaler,
tube feeding equipment, side rails, humidifier, fan, telephone,
computer, walkie talkie, electronic devices, and photocopier. If a
Shahbaz additional equipment will include: oven, grill, fryer,
microwave, food processor, mixer, blender, garbage disposal, and
other equipment deemed necessary in providing food service. Vacuum,
scrubber, mop and bucket, duster, sweeper, broom, and other
equipment deemed necessary in providing housekeeping service.
Washer, dryer, iron, and other equipment deemed necessary in
providing laundry service. Equipment deemed necessary in providing
home repair service. Security monitoring and notifying
equipment.
AGE REQUIREMENT: -At least age 16 for Tabitha Assisted Living
Communities. At least age 18 for all other Tabitha Living
Communities.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
EXPERIENCE: 6 month's experience as an aide or caregiver
preferred.
CREDENTIALS: CNA Certification in good standing as demonstrated by
inclusion on the Nebraska State Registry, preferred in Assisted
Living Facilities. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - CNA Certification in good standing as demonstrated by
inclusion on the Nebraska State Registry, required in all other
Tabitha living communities. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - If a Med Aide additional credentials: Med Aide
Certification in good standing as demonstrated by inclusion on the
Nebraska State Registry required. - CPR required. - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - If a Shahbaz additional
credentials: CPR required. - First Aid required. - Food Handler's
Permit required if in Lancaster county location. - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - If a Care Partner additional
credentials: Food Handler's Permit required if in Lancaster county
locations. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -All
certifications must be kept up to date at the expense of the
employee.
Must meet Tabitha's vaccination requirements
STATEMENT OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION
Tabitha Health Care Services is an equal employment opportunity
employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, creed, gender,
sexual orientation, age, veteran status, mental or physical
disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state, or local law. - This policy applies to
all employment practices and decisions including recruitment,
selection, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, compensation,
benefits, and the termination of employment. -
-Furthermore, Tabitha Health Care Services will make reasonable
accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities
unless doing so would result in an undue hardship, safety, and/or
health risk. - Please contact Tabitha Health Care Services Human
Resources Department to request an accommodation.
As a government contractor, the organization has adopted written
Affirmative Action Plans for women and minorities, protected
veterans and individuals with disabilities. These plans will be
revised on an annual basis. Tabitha Health Care Services is
committed to making a good-faith effort toward achieving the
objectives of the Plans. Any employee who would like to review the
Plans may do so by scheduling an appointment with the Human
Resources Department during normal business hours.
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