Unit Secretary/CNA

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Job description

Vantage of Wilbraham -

UNIT SECRETARY/CNA

We are seeking talented Unit Secretary/CNA individual to join our dynamic team at ! As we continue to grow and expand, we are looking for passionate and skilled professionals who are eager to make a meaningful impact!

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Vantage Healthcare & Rehab at Wilbraham

9 Maple Street

Wilbraham,MA 01095

VANTAGE OF WILBRAHAM

• Record medical and administrative information in accordance with our established charting and documentation policies and procedures.
• Maintain the Daily Census Report and submit to Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
• Maintain an up to date roster of residents for your assigned unit.
• Answer telephone, page calls, deliver messages to residents, etc. as necessary.
• Maintain a current listing of emergency phone numbers for your assigned unit.
• Record appropriate resident identification data on designated medical records, wristbands, ID cards, etc., as required.
• Transcribe physicians' orders to care plans, medication cards, treatment plans, etc., as required.
• Review medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician's order, legibility, etc., as directed.
• Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident's response to the care.
• Record vital signs as directed.
• Forward new diet orders and/or diet changes to the Director of Food Services.
• Assist in arranging for and making resident appointments for diagnostic and therapeutic services.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents. Assist in arranging for transportation, packing residents' belongings, escorting them to discharge/transfer area, loading, etc., as necessary.
• Complete necessary medical and administrative records upon the resident's admission, transfer, and/or discharge.
• Deliver mail, flowers, etc., to the residents as necessary.

Education:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or its equivalent. MA Certified Nursing Assistant

Experience:

• CNA required. On-the job training provided. However, a basic knowledge of medical terminology and nursing practices is helpful.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such time.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Vantage Health Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence and not influenced or affected by race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, marital status, military status, veterans' status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.

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