CNA
Per Diem positions on all shifts in Magnolia Grove; Valid CNA certificate required. Pay range: $19.25 to $22.50 per hour
Responsible To : Charge Nurse
Summary of Job:
Provides direct resident care, assisting the resident to reach and maintain the highest level of functioning.
Responsibilities:
- Observe resident’s physical and emotional condition on a continuing basis and report any changes, problems, or concerns to the Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing Services.
- Bath, dress and attend to all personal needs of the resident.
- Maintains a neat and attractive environment for residents. Keeps bedside stands, overbed tables, closets and clothing drawers neat and clean
- Provides restorative care to the residents.
- Adhere to, document and communicate daily according to the nursing policies and practices.
- Pass meal trays, sets up trays and assist residents with meals as needed.
- Assist in responding to call lights as needed regardless of assigned residents within 3 minutes.
- Attend inservice and CNA meetings as scheduled.
- Encourage and assist residents to attend activity programs.
- Report to the Social Services Coordinator when residents have personal needs (e.g. clothing, underwear, etc.)
- Maintain a safe environment for all Resident’s.
- Completes other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Practices good safety habits.
Qualifications:
- Possession of a current California CNA certificate.
- Experience in geriatric nursing.
- Ability to work harmoniously with residents and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Jay Labinger is a Gardens resident, he was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. Jay received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Harvey Mudd College. He attended Harvard University where he earned a Ph.D. He was an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the University of Notre Dame. His career has included positions with Occidental Research Corporation & Atlantic Richfield. He is the Administrator of Beckman Institute at the California Institute of Technology as well as a Faculty Associate in the Chemistry Department. He enjoys reading, playing the piano, tennis and traveling. He has published books on the history of chemistry, sociology of science and literature & science. Here at the Gardens, Jay is part of the Conservation & Sustainability Committee the Green Fund as well as many other groups through the Gardens Club.
Jane Hurd is a Gardens resident, she was born & raised in a small town in Arkansas. After she received her BA from the University of Arkansas she moved to California and taught seventh grade English in Porterville CA. After two years she moved to Los Angeles and worked for the Department of Health Services and pursued a master’s degree in public administration from USC. She served as CEO for two Los Angeles area hospitals. She continues to consult as an executive coach for CEOs of healthcare companies. She has served on several boards including Mutual of America Insurance Company, YMCA of Metropolitan LA, LA Visiting Nurses Association and Inland Empire Girl Scouts. Jane is an award-winning author and plays several musical instruments. Here at the Gardens, Jane is part of the newly formed Bequest Committee, as well as many other groups through the Gardens Club.
