POSITION SUMMARY

Serves as a clinical assistant to the licensed nursing staff by performing nursing procedures, basic patient care tasks in a manner that is reflective the ESC Core Values under the supervision of an RN or LPN.

JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

• Understands and promotes Elizabeth Seton Children’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure application with organizational policies and procedures.

• Report on and off duty to NCC
• Performs assigned duties under the direction of the NCC or her designee (i.e. the nurse in charge).
• Takes report and makes rounds on assigned residents.
• Prepare and transport residents to therapy in a timely manner.
• Is responsible for the care and safety of assigned resident until relieved by on coming caregiver.
• Participate in the implementation of the treatment plan including rehabilitation and continuous learning for the residents within the CNA scope under the direction of the RN or LPN.
• Provide or assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Performs therapeutic procedures for children such as bathing, grooming, playing, feeding, positioning as per policy and procedure.
• Document appropriately on all flow sheets.
• Assist RN and LPN as necessary in the performance of nursing care tasks.
• Observe, report and record abnormal vital signs, temperatures, seizures activity, vomiting, diarrhea, behavior changes or any other abnormalities to the RN or LPN in charge.
• Attend appropriate meetings and in-services
• Functions as an adult role model for residents.
• Performs all assigned duties in accordance with the Center for Pediatrics and Rehabilitation’s policy and procedures
• Bath residents according to the Center for Pediatrics and Rehabilitation policy and Procedure.
• Inspect resident’s skin and promptly report any changes to the NCC.
• Carries out mouth care, hair care and as necessary trim finger and toe nails.
• Make two hourly checks on incontinent residents and wash and change as necessary.
• Encourages self-help measures as appropriate so that each child may reach his/her appropriate level of independence.
• Check and record urine and bowel movements.
• Ensure that assigned residents are appropriately prepared for school, clinic, recreation and hospital visits as scheduled and accompany/transport them as assigned.
• Ensure that bedfast residents are repositioned as directed by NCC but not less than two repositions per resident hourly.
• Performs restorative and rehabilitative activities as instructed and as directed by Plan of Care.
• Assists in applying safety restraints to residents when directed; Monitors residents in restraints, release restraints and documents according to policy and procedure
• Ensures that each resident who can use a call bell has one within reach and remind him/her to use it.
• Assists co-workers with lifting, positioning and other procedures as necessary.
• Be aware of facility policy on child abuse and/or neglect and promptly report any instances of abusive or inappropriate behaviors towards any resident to the NCC.
• Knows and follows The Center policy and procedure with regard to infection control including hand washing and types of isolation.
• Keep resident care area clean and free of clutter.
• Report any unsafe conditions immediately to NCC.
• Properly stores and safeguard residents’ clothing and reports too many or too few clothing and or toys to NCC.
• Feeds residents or teaches residents to feed themselves as appropriate.
• Ensure that hands are washed (child and caregivers) and that meal times are pleasant, dignified experiences

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of NYS approved Nurse Assistant Certification Program 
• Active CNA Certification on NYS Nurse Aide Registry required

• Experience working with children.
• One year of experience as Nurse’s Aide preferred

Employee Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently.
• Must meet or exceed all health standards and requirements for the position as established by NYDOH and all other regulatory agencies.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this Center which includes a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds.
• Perform tasks that may involve exposure to the resident’s blood/body fluids.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents, if necessary.

Working Conditions:

• Will work in a well-lighted and ventilated area.
• Will be subject to frequent interruptions.
• May be asked to work beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.

Salary Range:

$22.91/hr to $24.81/hr