Elder Associate

Job Summary An Elder Associate, under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities. Maintains a habilitative environment that promotes Elder independence in their home. The primary role is to nurture, sustain and protect the Elder by providing the services needed to live a full life. Reports to: Director of Nursing  FLSA: Non-exempt Job Requirements Minimum Education High School Diploma or equivalent required Graduate of a Program in Discipline required Minimum Work Experience Minimum 1-2 years of CNA experience preferred Required Licenses Other License: CNA Certifications: BLS required, ServSafe required within 6 months of hire Required Skills • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. • Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external Essential Functions Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output. Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation. Provides direct restorative care and delegated therapy tasks including passive range of motion, active range of motion, ambulation, activity of daily living training, special positioning, splint application, restorative dining, bladder/bowel management and/or retraining. Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly. Documents care in the medical record. Incorporates the Eden Philosophy of living into every action undertaken throughout one’s employment. Provides assistance with personal activities of daily living related to the Elder’s physical, emotional, intellectual, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural needs. Encourages each Elder to reach his maximum functional ability then helps maintain these abilities. Maintains a clean, safe and sanitary environment for the Elder. Launders all personal clothing and environmental items used in the home. Creates opportunities for the Elder to give care to others. Involves all Elders in recreational and diversional activities. Committed to the development of the staff, Elders and families as collaborative team members. Teamwork is a prime responsibility for each individual. Performs other job duties as assigned. Functional Demands Populations Served o Does not treat or care for patients. o Neonate (o Infant (o Early Childhood (1 year and o Late Childhood (5 years and o Adolescent (13 and o Young Adult (17 to X Middle Adult (30 years to X Older Adult (>60 years) Protected Health Information Type of Protected Information Accessed: X Demographic X Clinical □ Insurance □ Financial X Complete Medical Record Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees Physical Requirements - Physical Dexterity and Effort: Rarely Bending/Stooping □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Climbing X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Keyboard Data Entry □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Kneeling □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Lifting/Moving Patients □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Reaching □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Running X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Sitting □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Squatting □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Standing □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Walking □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Pushing / Pulling: 26-75 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Pushing/Pulling: over 75 lbs. □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 0-25 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 26-50 lbs. □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Visual Acuity, Hearing and Speaking: Rarely Audible Speech □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Hearing Acuity □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Smelling Acuity X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Taste Discrimination X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Vision: Depth Perception □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Vision: Distinguish Color □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Vision: Seeing Far □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Vision: Seeing Near □ rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, X constantly Biological: Rarely Biohazardous waste/ hazards □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Blood and/or bodily fluids □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly Communicable diseases/pathogens □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Chemical: Rarely Asbestos or lead X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Cytotoxic Chemicals X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Dust X rarely, □ occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Hazardous Chemicals □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Gases/Vapors/Fumes □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Hazardous Medication □ rarely, X occasionally, □ frequently, □ constantly Latex □ rarely, □ occasionally, X frequently, □ constantly