Job Description
Reports To:
Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing, Administrator
Summary:
Individual will provide residents with a calm, clean, comfortable environment for bathing and will bathe residents per schedule. The individual will observe and report any unusual symptoms or conditions to the charge nurse. The bathing experience for each resident will foster self respect and a feeling of worth by consistent understanding and kindness.
Essential Duties:
Responsible in giving thorough baths or showers to each resident as scheduled.
Clean and cut resident nails (except diabetic residents).
Be alert to and report any unusual conditions requiring attention to the charge nurse.
Weigh residents per schedule. Be consistent with weighing to maintain accurate reading. Document and monitor.
Clean whirlpool and shower between each resident per policy and procedure.
Clean and disinfect whirlpool chair, whirlpool, shower, and floor at end of shift per policy and procedure.
Keep all chemicals in locked compartment.
Other duties as assigned.
Keep all knowledge of residents confidential.
Working Condition:
Must be in good physical and mental health.
Constant standing, bending, stooping, lifting throughout during work period.
Subject to various types of soaps and lotions.
Qualifications:
Must hold Certified Nurse Assistant Certification upon hire or within required time limit.
Must be tactful, detail-oriented, cheerful and have compassion and understanding.