Temporary Nursing Aide (TNA) at Elderwood at Grand Island in Grand Island, New York

Job Description:

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Overview

New Free Roundtrip Transportation!

Elderwood at Grand Island is hiring FT TNA\'s and is excited to now offer free roundtrip transportaion! TNA team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing direct nursing and personal care support. This position is responsible for assisting residents with all aspects of Daily Living Activities ensuring that the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times. The TNA position is established by the designated facility as a temporary measure and shall be implemented only in accordance with state/federal permission, waiver and mandates.

Our new roundtrip transportation option will be provided for our 2pm-10pm shift to and from the following locations:

* NFTA Metro Downtown Bus Terminal ( 181 Ellicott St. Buffalo NY 14203)

* NFTA Metro Black Rock/Riverside Hub (2259 Niagara St. Buffalo NY 14207)

The perks as a TNA with Elderwood at Grand Island:

* Competitive wages!

* Internal Referral Bonus Program that allows you and your referral to earn extra money!

* An excellent benefits package; including health, dental, and vision coverage!

* Education and Tuition Assistance Programs, 401k, paid vacations and holidays, and much more.

Shift: FT 2pm-10pm

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Responsibilities

* Responsible for responding immediately to residents' requests.

* Exhibits the highest level of customer service towards residents, staff and visitors.

* Consistently demonstrates the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.

* Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.

* Assist residents with the following Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care, individual needs, and care preferences: Bathing, Dressing, Easting, Positioning, Ambulation, Grooming (including nail care), Toileting, Exercising, Transferring, Transportation.

* Assist in providing appropriate mental stimulation and validation therapy for residents, unless contraindicated:

* Encourage participation and transport residents to activity events.

* Place residents in areas conducive to social interaction at periods throughout the day.

* Provide validation therapy in conversation with resident throughout the day, including appropriate conversation during mealtime and care

* Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow team members; considering the impact of your actions on team members.

* Assist other team members in the performance of their assignments.

* Seek out opportunities to help rather than waiting to be asked.

* Demonstrate flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within facility.

* Receive report about status of residents from licensed professional and/or designated department head prior to providing care.

* Notify licensed professional and/or designated department head of changes in residents' conditions needs, and of any unusual incidents regarding residents:

* Follow plan of care in providing daily living and personal care services for resident.

* Inform licensed professional and/or designated department head if difficulty occurs providing personal care services or if unable to complete tasks per personal care plan.

* Performs assigned duties according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this position, and for all staff members of this facility.

* Performs all position duties according to safety rules and standards of practice required for this position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, residents and visitors of this facility.

* Timely report about facility equipment that needs repair, unsafe conditions in room or unit area, or personal needs of residents, such as adaptive equipment and alarms.

* Maintain facility standards for resident care

Qualifications

* Minimum 16 years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent preferred

* Employment Certificate/Permit required for 16-17 years of age
* Certificate of completion of the established company TNA training

Company Details

Elderwood at Grand Island is a 90 bed skilled nursing facility (SNF) that has recently undergone a massive renovation. We offer comprehensive, personalized orthopedic, cardiac, and post-surgical rehab programs, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Specialty Programs include Oncology, SMARTS Express Care, Wound Care, Palliative and Respite Care and Seasons Memory Care.
Employee Perks!

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Clean, Neat & Newly Renovated Facility, Close to thruway entrances/exits, Employee of the Month recognition, Enjoy a fun and diverse work environment, Free On-Site Parking, Friendly and supportive staff, Generous PTO & holiday package, Increased Wages, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Monthly employee appreciation events, NEW Weekly Pay Schedule!, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!, Quiet suburban neighborhood, Strong leadership, Substantial employee referral program, Truly make a difference in our residents' lives while providing top notch care, Tuition reimbursement program
EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

* Responsible for responding immediately to residents' requests.

* Exhibits the highest level of customer service towards residents, staff and visitors.

* Consistently demonstrates the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.

* Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.

* Assist residents with the following Activities of Daily Living (ADL), according to their plan of care, individual needs, and care preferences: Bathing, Dressing, Easting, Positioning, Ambulation, Grooming (including nail care), Toileting, Exercising, Transferring, Transportation.

* Assist in providing appropriate mental stimulation and validation therapy for residents, unless contraindicated:

* Encourage participation and transport residents to activity events.

* Place residents in areas conducive to social interaction at periods throughout the day.

* Provide validation therapy in conversation with resident throughout the day, including appropriate conversation during mealtime and care

* Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow team members; considering the impact of your actions on team members.

* Assist other team members in the performance of their assignments.

* Seek out opportunities to help rather than waiting to be asked.

* Demonstrate flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within facility.

* Receive report about status of residents from licensed professional and/or designated department head prior to providing care.

* Notify licensed professional and/or designated department head of changes in residents' conditions needs, and of any unusual incidents regarding residents:

* Follow plan of care in providing daily living and personal care services for resident.

* Inform licensed professional and/or designated department head if difficulty occurs providing personal care services or if unable to complete tasks per personal care plan.

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