Major Duties and Responsibilities: The dietary aide works with the facility’s Dietitian/Director of Food Services as necessary and implements recommended changes as required. Performs other duties, as assigned. Ensures that food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. The dietary aide assists with the service and delivery of food trays to designated areas, cleaning of the kitchen per established protocols, and proper washing and cleaning of food utensils an dishes.   Assigned Tasks:

• Serves meals in accordance to established portion control procedures.
• Serves meals that are appetizing and palatable in appearance.
• Serves meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
• Assists in daily cleaning duties as assigned to include work tables, meat blocks, and refrigerators/freezers in accordance to established policies and procedures.
• Sweep and mops floors as directed.
• Washes and cleans utensils, dishes, and cooking items according to established policies and procedures.
• Carries out garbage and keeps the work area clean, dry, and free of hazards.
• Sets up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.
• Collects and distributes menus as instructed.
• Assists in checking dietary trays before distribution and delivering food carts to designated areas.
• Removes food carts, food trays from dining rooms to dishwashing area for cleaning.

Additional Tasks:

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings, fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Reports work related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
• Maintains food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.
• Ensures the department, necessary equipment and supplies are clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Assists in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.
• Ensures food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.

  Personal Skills and Traits Desired / Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors, or personnel.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Works in well-lit, ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm for cooking.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.
• Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
• May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in the kitchen/storage areas.

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required.
• A Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in practicing state.
• Current CPR certification.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• • Conduct comprehensive assessments of new residents upon admission and periodically reassess them to identify changing health needs.
  • Develop and update individualized care plans based on each resident’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
  • Coordinate with healthcare professionals, residents, and their families to create a care plan that best suits the resident’s needs and preferences.
  • Implement care plans by overseeing and coordinating the delivery of nursing services and activities.
  • Work closely with other departments, including rehabilitation, dietary, and social services, to ensure all aspects of the care plan are carried out effectively.
  • Schedule and facilitate care plan meetings with residents, families, and healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation on each resident’s care and any changes to their care plan, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Complete and submit required documentation for state surveys and inspections.
  • Serve as a resource for residents and their families, answering questions and providing updates about the resident’s health status and care plan.
  • Address concerns and advocate for residents’ rights and quality of life.
  • Identify opportunities for quality improvement in resident care and participate in facility-wide initiatives to enhance care standards.
  • Stay informed about best practices and regulatory changes impacting care planning in long-term care settings.

Additional Assigned Tasks

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor/Administrator/Abuse Coordinator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude and possess the ability to work in stressful situations.
• Ability to coordinate meetings, as well as set and achieve goals.
• Ability to be organized and efficient.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR licensed and trained in first aid.

CT experience preferred    

Part Time radiology tech needed

   

Registration Clerk: This position is responsible for registering patients for either Outpatient procedures or Emergency Room visits. This position requires the ability to follow all policies and procedures, laws, and regulations. Job Duties: - Entering correct or updated patient information. - Verifying insurance eligibility either online or over the phone. - Answering phone calls and being able to transfer call to correct location - Following HIPPA guidelines   The individual should have the following skills in to handle the job efficiently: - Experience working in computer programs. - Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel skills. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Organization and multi-tasking skills. - If in the Emergency Room, dealing with any bodily fluids. - Time management skills.   Job Requirements: - Current Driver’s License - High School Diploma or GED

Full-Time/Night Shift Position at GEORGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL

7pm to 7am shift  

    JOB SUMMARY: He/She is responsible for the care of the residents in a designated area of the facility. He/She is knowledgeable of the information as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan and follows the plan. He/She provides information to keep the care plan current with the resident’s needs. He/She provides restorative care for each resident in the assigned group keeping the resident well-groomed, clean, and assist to meet the psychosocial needs. He/She assists to keep the resident care areas clean, in good working order, and a home like atmosphere for the resident. He/She 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. He/She documents information timely and daily on the Nursing Flow Record and other records as indicated. The Nursing Assistant 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 completing of the certification process is preferred prior to employment. Certification process must be completed within state designated deadlines. If the program has not been successfully completed, the Nursing Assistant can only perform those tasks he/she has demonstrated proficiency in completing.   QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Has the ability to organize, plan, and supervise care of a group of residents assuring quality is provided at all time for this group as well as others in the facility.
2. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
3. Is of good emotional, mental, and physical health having sound judgment and high standards.
4. Is willing and capable of providing emergency care as needed for any resident in the facility.
5. Is courteous in working with residents, families, and employees.
6. Maintains a neat, well-groomed appearance at all times. Keeps personal appearance appropriate for resident care.
7. Has a desire to work with the geriatric resident and their current and prospective needs.
8. Must be in the facility ready to begin assigned duties on time and as scheduled.
9. Must be willing to work preferred shifts as scheduled and assist on other shifts as needed to assure adequate staffing to meet the needs of each resident.
10. Must have the ability to provide the care as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan and other assignments for each resident in assigned group.
11. Must demonstrate ability to function as a cooperative team member with each member of the Nursing Department and other departments.
12. Must have ability to provide related bedside resident care services as per facility policy and procedures.
13. Must display ability to adapt to on the job training and adhere to standards of the facility providing personal care services, assisting residents, caring for equipment and supplies, and developing good understanding of basis of aseptic and sterile techniques.
14. Must be able and willing to function appropriately in a disaster or evacuation of the facility.
15. Must demonstrate ability to follow direction of supervising staff.
16. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:   It is to be understood that the Nursing Assistant works by general, consistent, pre-arranged “Primary” group assignments as the basis of the activity for the shift, but must be able to accept changes and adapt to added assignment as the need arises. Also, each Nursing Assistant must work with each other to assure safe practices for each resident and staff are followed.  

3. Signs in on Unit Assignment Sheet.
4. Reviews any changes on Group Assignment Sheets. Receives report from Licensed Staff assigned to the unit updating Group Assignment Sheet as indicated.
5. Checks residents and makes rounds on assigned group noting significant issues for intervention. Begin planning time to assure all resident’s needs are met throughout the shift.
6. Assist residents as indicated to provide A.M., P.M., and daily care to assure residents are clean, dry, toileted, continent, well-groomed, and cared for in the manner they deserve. Follows restorative plan as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan. Provides for privacy and dignity at all times.
7. Assist residents to meals. Assist residents to toilet prior to meals. Assist resident to wash hands and face, brush teeth, put on glasses, get to dining room and in good position prior to meal.
8. Provides assistance and restorative eating as indicated. For those residents who are the most debilitated, consider their weakness in planning time for the whole group of residents.
9. After meal, assist resident to wash hands and face, return to their room and toilet as needed.
10. Assist in dining areas as assigned. Offers assistance to residents as needed. Offers substitutions for items not eaten well by any resident. Promotes atmosphere conducive to increased nutritional intake for each resident in the dining room.
11. For those residents unable to go to the dining room, assist in service, assisting and supervising meal service as assigned.
12. Assist in transporting used trays to the kitchen following appropriate infection control policies and procedures.
13. Assist residents to plan their time to enable them to be well cared for as well as attend their desired functions during the shift. (i.e., activities, visits with each other and their families, outings, meals, quiet times, etc.)
14. Answers call lights timely assisting with care as indicated. Keeps call lights available for the residents.
15. Encourages and motivates residents to participate in recreational activity of body and mind.
16. Provides and keeps fresh water and fluids available for the residents at all times. Offers fluids at least every 2 hours or each time in the room when appropriate.
17. Timely serves and provides assistance with between meal nourishments as indicated.
18. Follows bath and whirlpool schedules as outlined for each resident. Do nail care, wash hair, shave, etc. to assure personal hygiene practices are always followed.
19. Checks all residents frequently and at least every 2 hours assuring the resident is repositioned, turned, toileted, clean, safe, etc. Provides intervention as needed to provide a safe clean environment.
20. Checks each resident who is being physically restrained releasing the restraint and assisting the resident to toilet at least every 2 hours.
21. Checks all residents daily for condition of skin, reporting findings to Licensed Staff assigned to unit.
22. Assist licensed staff when needed to position residents in need of treatments. Keeps hand rolls and positioning devices in place as needed and as indicated for each resident.
23. Keeps hand rolls and positioning devices in place as needed and as indicated for each resident.
24. Assist residents to bed for naps or night sleep as needed. Provides a quiet restful and safe atmosphere when residents are resting.
25. Takes and records vital parameters as assigned. Assists with weekly and monthly weights as assigned.
26. Cleans and properly arranges all bedroom furniture to include keeping the residents orderly, clean and following infection control guidelines.
27. Assist the residents in keeping closets clean, clothing clean and in good repair, marked with their name, etc.
28. Assist residents to keep bathrooms clean, following infection control and privacy practices.
29. Changes residents bed clothing to assure the bedding is clean, not wrinkled, and promotes good hygiene and care practices.
30. Follows appropriate infection control practices in working with the residents and equipment.
31. Keeps accurate records of intake and outputs and procedures throughout the shift for those residents who require such.
32. Records information on the Nursing Care Records timely.
33. Keeps Licensed Staff informed of pertinent information timely. Writes pertinent information on the Group Assignments Sheet and Communication Books.
34. Provides information accurately and timely for information to be added to the residents Interdisciplinary Care Plan.
35. Cleans ancillary rooms and equipment as assigned. Assist other members of the staff to keep each area of the facility clean, orderly, safe, and a homelike atmosphere for the residents.
36. Assist other staff members as needed throughout the shift. Cooperates with other personnel to be sure residents are of prime importance to all members of the staff.
37. Assist new staff members in orientation as needed throughout the shift.
38. Maintains safe environment at all times, wiping up spills, working with housekeeping staff when available picking up articles as noted, etc.
39. Gives report to Licensed Staff and turn in completed Group Assignment sheet prior to leaving the unit to go off duty.
40. Performs any other tasks as assigned by the Licensed Staff, Director of Nursing, or Assistant Director of Nursing.

JOB LOCATION: Must work throughout the nursing areas of the facility. May require working irregular hours and may be exposed to communicable diseases and/or body fluids, medical preparations, toxic substances, and occasionally ionizing radiation.

Southeast Rehab is seeking a Full Time Licensed Occupational Therapist.   Applicant must be licensed in the State of Mississippi.  For additional information please Contact Southeast Rehab at 601-947-9190.

Job Description Department:               Food and Nutrition Services Reports to:                  Dietitian/Director of Food Services Job Classification:       Department Staff Position Purpose:        Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local   standards, guidelines, and regulations, with established policies and procedures.   Major Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews menus prior to food preparation and prepares the meals. Works with the Dietitian/Director of Food Services as necessary and implements recommended changes as required. Performs other duties, as assigned. Ensures that food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. Performs administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submits to the Dietitian/Director of Food Services.   Assigned Tasks:

• Assist in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure meals are prepared on time.
• Processes diet changes and new diets as received from Nursing Services.
• Prepares meals in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepares and serves meals that are appetizing and palatable in appearance.
• Assist in serving meals, as necessary, on a timely basis.
• Serves meals in accordance with standardized portion control procedures.
• Prepares food in accordance with standardized recipes, therapeutic diets and special diet orders.
• Ensures appropriate utensils and equipment are provided with the resident’s meal tray.
• Prepares bedtime snacks.
• Prepares and serves substitute foods to residents who refused food served.
• Assist/directs daily cleaning duties in accordance to established policies and procedures.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, etc.
• Ensures that stock levels of staple/non-staple food, supplies, equipment are maintained at adequate levels.

  Additional Tasks:

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
• Maintains food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.
• Ensures the department, necessary equipment and supplies are clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.
• Ensures food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
• Recommends equipment and supply needs to the Director of Food Services.

  Personal Skills and Traits Desired / Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors, or personnel.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be knowledgeable of food services practices and procedures.
• Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatability.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Works in a ventilated, well-lit area. Atmosphere is warm for cooking.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.
• Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
• May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in the kitchen/storage areas.

Registration Clerk: This position is responsible for registering patients for either Outpatient procedures or Emergency Room visits. This position requires the ability to follow all policies and procedures, laws, and regulations. Job Duties: - Entering correct or updated patient information. - Verifying insurance eligibility either online or over the phone. - Answering phone calls and being able to transfer call to correct location - Following HIPPA guidelines   The individual should have the following skills in to handle the job efficiently: - Experience working in computer programs. - Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel skills. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Organization and multi-tasking skills. - If in the Emergency Room, dealing with any bodily fluids. - Time management skills.   Job Requirements: - Current Driver’s License - High School Diploma or GED

    JOB SUMMARY: He/She is responsible for the care of the residents in a designated area of the facility. He/She is knowledgeable of the information as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan and follows the plan. He/She provides information to keep the care plan current with the resident’s needs. He/She provides restorative care for each resident in the assigned group keeping the resident well-groomed, clean, and assist to meet the psychosocial needs. He/She assists to keep the resident care areas clean, in good working order, and a home like atmosphere for the resident. He/She 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. He/She documents information timely and daily on the Nursing Flow Record and other records as indicated. The Nursing Assistant 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 completing of the certification process is preferred prior to employment. Certification process must be completed within state designated deadlines. If the program has not been successfully completed, the Nursing Assistant can only perform those tasks he/she has demonstrated proficiency in completing.   QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Has the ability to organize, plan, and supervise care of a group of residents assuring quality is provided at all time for this group as well as others in the facility.
2. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
3. Is of good emotional, mental, and physical health having sound judgment and high standards.
4. Is willing and capable of providing emergency care as needed for any resident in the facility.
5. Is courteous in working with residents, families, and employees.
6. Maintains a neat, well-groomed appearance at all times. Keeps personal appearance appropriate for resident care.
7. Has a desire to work with the geriatric resident and their current and prospective needs.
8. Must be in the facility ready to begin assigned duties on time and as scheduled.
9. Must be willing to work preferred shifts as scheduled and assist on other shifts as needed to assure adequate staffing to meet the needs of each resident.
10. Must have the ability to provide the care as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan and other assignments for each resident in assigned group.
11. Must demonstrate ability to function as a cooperative team member with each member of the Nursing Department and other departments.
12. Must have ability to provide related bedside resident care services as per facility policy and procedures.
13. Must display ability to adapt to on the job training and adhere to standards of the facility providing personal care services, assisting residents, caring for equipment and supplies, and developing good understanding of basis of aseptic and sterile techniques.
14. Must be able and willing to function appropriately in a disaster or evacuation of the facility.
15. Must demonstrate ability to follow direction of supervising staff.
16. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:   It is to be understood that the Nursing Assistant works by general, consistent, pre-arranged “Primary” group assignments as the basis of the activity for the shift, but must be able to accept changes and adapt to added assignment as the need arises. Also, each Nursing Assistant must work with each other to assure safe practices for each resident and staff are followed.  

3. Signs in on Unit Assignment Sheet.
4. Reviews any changes on Group Assignment Sheets. Receives report from Licensed Staff assigned to the unit updating Group Assignment Sheet as indicated.
5. Checks residents and makes rounds on assigned group noting significant issues for intervention. Begin planning time to assure all resident’s needs are met throughout the shift.
6. Assist residents as indicated to provide A.M., P.M., and daily care to assure residents are clean, dry, toileted, continent, well-groomed, and cared for in the manner they deserve. Follows restorative plan as outlined on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan. Provides for privacy and dignity at all times.
7. Assist residents to meals. Assist residents to toilet prior to meals. Assist resident to wash hands and face, brush teeth, put on glasses, get to dining room and in good position prior to meal.
8. Provides assistance and restorative eating as indicated. For those residents who are the most debilitated, consider their weakness in planning time for the whole group of residents.
9. After meal, assist resident to wash hands and face, return to their room and toilet as needed.
10. Assist in dining areas as assigned. Offers assistance to residents as needed. Offers substitutions for items not eaten well by any resident. Promotes atmosphere conducive to increased nutritional intake for each resident in the dining room.
11. For those residents unable to go to the dining room, assist in service, assisting and supervising meal service as assigned.
12. Assist in transporting used trays to the kitchen following appropriate infection control policies and procedures.
13. Assist residents to plan their time to enable them to be well cared for as well as attend their desired functions during the shift. (i.e., activities, visits with each other and their families, outings, meals, quiet times, etc.)
14. Answers call lights timely assisting with care as indicated. Keeps call lights available for the residents.
15. Encourages and motivates residents to participate in recreational activity of body and mind.
16. Provides and keeps fresh water and fluids available for the residents at all times. Offers fluids at least every 2 hours or each time in the room when appropriate.
17. Timely serves and provides assistance with between meal nourishments as indicated.
18. Follows bath and whirlpool schedules as outlined for each resident. Do nail care, wash hair, shave, etc. to assure personal hygiene practices are always followed.
19. Checks all residents frequently and at least every 2 hours assuring the resident is repositioned, turned, toileted, clean, safe, etc. Provides intervention as needed to provide a safe clean environment.
20. Checks each resident who is being physically restrained releasing the restraint and assisting the resident to toilet at least every 2 hours.
21. Checks all residents daily for condition of skin, reporting findings to Licensed Staff assigned to unit.
22. Assist licensed staff when needed to position residents in need of treatments. Keeps hand rolls and positioning devices in place as needed and as indicated for each resident.
23. Keeps hand rolls and positioning devices in place as needed and as indicated for each resident.
24. Assist residents to bed for naps or night sleep as needed. Provides a quiet restful and safe atmosphere when residents are resting.
25. Takes and records vital parameters as assigned. Assists with weekly and monthly weights as assigned.
26. Cleans and properly arranges all bedroom furniture to include keeping the residents orderly, clean and following infection control guidelines.
27. Assist the residents in keeping closets clean, clothing clean and in good repair, marked with their name, etc.
28. Assist residents to keep bathrooms clean, following infection control and privacy practices.
29. Changes residents bed clothing to assure the bedding is clean, not wrinkled, and promotes good hygiene and care practices.
30. Follows appropriate infection control practices in working with the residents and equipment.
31. Keeps accurate records of intake and outputs and procedures throughout the shift for those residents who require such.
32. Records information on the Nursing Care Records timely.
33. Keeps Licensed Staff informed of pertinent information timely. Writes pertinent information on the Group Assignments Sheet and Communication Books.
34. Provides information accurately and timely for information to be added to the residents Interdisciplinary Care Plan.
35. Cleans ancillary rooms and equipment as assigned. Assist other members of the staff to keep each area of the facility clean, orderly, safe, and a homelike atmosphere for the residents.
36. Assist other staff members as needed throughout the shift. Cooperates with other personnel to be sure residents are of prime importance to all members of the staff.
37. Assist new staff members in orientation as needed throughout the shift.
38. Maintains safe environment at all times, wiping up spills, working with housekeeping staff when available picking up articles as noted, etc.
39. Gives report to Licensed Staff and turn in completed Group Assignment sheet prior to leaving the unit to go off duty.
40. Performs any other tasks as assigned by the Licensed Staff, Director of Nursing, or Assistant Director of Nursing.

JOB LOCATION: Must work throughout the nursing areas of the facility. May require working irregular hours and may be exposed to communicable diseases and/or body fluids, medical preparations, toxic substances, and occasionally ionizing radiation.