Job Description:

Full Time Eve Shift Nursing Assistant (2021-30534)

Overview

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$5,000 Sign on Bonus for NACs!

Nursing Assistant (2021-30534)

Status: Full Time

Schedule: 4 on 2 off rotation

Shift: Eves (1400-2230)

Wage: $14.70/hour for NAR; $16.02+/hour DOE for NAC - this position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 775

Location: Avamere at Pacific Ridge - 3625 East B St. Tacoma, WA 98404

As a CNA with Avamere, you join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. This is more than a job - it's a place where our team members build lasting relationships with patients and residents, their families, and fellow team members.

We are dedicated to keeping our team members and residents safe. Download our flyer that shows our protocols and response to COVID-19 here.

Employee Perks:

Free meals to all employees
• Access up to 50% of your earned income before payday


• Annual tuition reimbursement


• Mentorship opportunities


• Employee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and more


• Generous employee referral program


• Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)


• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions


• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage

Details

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident's assessment and care plan.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Check each resident routinely to ensure that his/her personal care needs are being met in accordance with his/her wishes.


• Review care plans daily to determine if changes in the resident's daily care routine have been made on the care plan.


• Inform the nurse supervisor of any changes in the resident's condition so that appropriate information can be entered on the resident's care plan.


• Assist resident's with daily needs, including preparation for activity and social programs, and transporting residents to/from appointments.


• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environment.


• Ensure residents' rooms are ready for receiving and help residents feel comfortable.


• Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies.


• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years of age.


• Possess a current, unencumbered license as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Registered Nursing Assistant in Washington state.


• Have a passion for caregiving and enhancing the quality of life for our residents.

Facility Information

Tacoma, Washington is nestled just south of Seattle against Commencement Bay and the South Puget Sound with sweeping views of Mt. Rainier. With an attractive cost of living, a vibrant waterfront, and close proximity to outdoor wonders like Point Defiance Park, it's no wonder over 200,000 people are proud to call Tacoma home.

Here you will find Avamere at Pacific Ridge, a 102-bed skilled nursing community which specializes in serving seniors suffering from dementia, cognitive impairment, and psychiatric conditions. The community offers quality memory care and behavioral health programs.

With a tuition reimbursement program and employee assistance program offering services like financial assistance and therapy sessions, employees have the support needed in their professional and personal lives.

Avamere at Pacific Ridge team members strive for excellence in quality care, a comfortable environment, and bringing joy to their residents. This is evident in their recognition as part of the American Health Care Association's Quality Initiative Recognition Program.

Get to know more about Avamere at Pacific Ridge on their blog and Facebook.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 775