Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - FT/PT 3-11pm (58051)

Simpson•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 150 years, Simpson has met the changing needs and desires of Philadelphia area seniors from diverse backgrounds. A not-for-profit family of services, Simpson House, Simpson Meadows, Jenner’s Pond, Simpson Gardens I & II, and Simpson Midtown, as well as Simpson Home Care. Our loyal and long-term staff is full of caring professionals who truly love what they do. Simpson provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our employees are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our employees. Simpson is looking for a Care Associate to join our dynamic and seasoned team. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to showcase your unique skills in the Personal Care industry, get in touch with us to discuss how you can join our team. Take a look at the details below for the position. Job Responsibilities Position Summary: A Care Associate is responsible for providing care and support to residents of our assisted living or personal care facility. The specific duties and responsibilities of a Care Associate may vary depending on the facility and the needs of the residents, but generally include:

Requirements

Education or Degree Required: HS Diploma or equivalent (ie: GED) – If applicant attended secondary school outside the US, Diploma must be translated to English language if printed in native language.
Complete Direct Care Worker Training from Temple University Online before orientation Direct Care Staff Training and Competency Test | (temple.edu)
Complete Dementia Care Training – completed with in 30 days of hire
CPR Certified
First Aid Certified
5-year experience providing direct care to seniors or disabled people.
Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures to communicate with other healthcare providers when necessary.

Nice To Haves

AED Certified (Preferred)
Medication Administration Certified (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Helping residents with mobility and transferring, including using assistive devices such as walkers or wheelchairs.
Providing medication reminders and assistance with medication administration.
Assisting with meal preparation and feeding.
Performing Light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up a room, making beds, laundry, and emergent cleaning if necessary
Providing companionship and emotional support to residents.
Monitoring residents' health and reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate staff.
Assisting with recreational activities and outings.
Documenting care provided and observations in residents' records.
Following all facility policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
Care Associates may work full-time or part-time, and may work in shifts that include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Care Associates are required to complete Medication Administration Certification within the first 4 weeks of employment with Simpson.
Utilize Relias training online to continually update skills and training each calendar year as required by the regulations.