Nursing Jobs in Palmyra, VA

The Day Center CNA ( Certified Nurse Assistant) works at our Adult Day Health Center assisting participants with ADLs (activities of daily living) and providing both restorative and supportive care. Follow the care plan and assist participants with daily activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, hair care, mouth care, eating, and toileting. Document care provided in accordance with established policies, guidelines, and applicable regulations. Carry out, reports and documents care given in an effective, timely manner as observed by the RN and through periodic record reviews. Assist participants with restorative and supportive care such as ambulating, positioning, transferring, skin care, catheters, fills oxygen and provides other aides as assigned or needed. Monitor participants health status such as vital signs, weights, skin condition, appetite and changes in functional ability and report pertinent information to clinical supervisor in a timely manner. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in care planning for participants. Monitor appetite and look for changes in functional ability and skin condition. Monitor/assist participants in a courteous manner with meals and helps with feeding, as necessary. Report any variance, accident, or unusual occurrence to the appropriate personnel. Assist with loading and unloading of participants from vehicles. Assist the transportation department with participants’ take-home supplies. Serve as a bus attendant on company vehicles while InnovAge drivers transport participants to/from center or medical appointments supporting participants while in transit and accompanying participants in and out of facilities. May rotate into In-Home Services as a Homecare CNA. as deemed necessary by the Center Manager. Creates and participates in group(s) and one-on-one activities in accordance with daily activity calendar when needed. Attend in-service and continuing education programs as scheduled and necessary. Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED Active and valid state-issued Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain CPR certification. Acceptable vendors for certifications are from either American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross. High School Diploma or GED equivalent PREFERRED Experience in a care setting for frail and elderly patients participating in a group environment Bi-lingual InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model. InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. Applicants are considered until the position is filled. $18.37-$21.15 Compensation Disclaimer The pay may vary depending on job related factors, such as work location, experience, knowledge, skills, education, certifications, training and internal equity. InnovAge offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, short and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, ADD, flexible spending account, paid time off and company paid holidays. Attention Florida Applicants This position requires a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com Agency Disclaimer InnovAge will not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practices, all candidates/resumes submitted by search firms to InnovAge by any means without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the property of InnovAge and no fee will be paid in the event such candidate is hired by InnovAge. 
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a FLSA non-exempt position. The incumbent serves as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a Day Support Program for adults with intellectual disabilities. Services are provided to individuals with mild, moderate, severe or profound intellectual disabilities. The CNA must maintain safe conditions for the program participants and provide specific training, supervision, and assistance services, documenting as directed. Responsibilities 1. *Ensures the health and safety of consumers and program participants and provides planned and emergency services as described: a. physically assists, supervises and/or trains all consumers in personal care skills (i.e., toileting, feeding, showering/bathing, tooth brushing, topical medications, menstrual care) as needed. b. assists with assessment and delivery of health care needs including: the self-administration of consumer medications, BSL checks, insulin, blood pressure checks, physical therapy as defined in medical care plan c. performs CPR/first Aid/crisis interventions for medical or behavioral emergencies following training guidelines d. counsels and manages behaviors by prevention or de-escalation of aggression Uses positive programming methods to address behavior needs in accordance with licensure regulations and Human rights guidelines. 2. *Assists directly in the implementation of consumer's individual program plans. 3. Documents individual performances across a wide range of educational and behavioral programs. 4. *Transports consumers to activities in the community. This requires travel by foot, car, and public transportation as necessary. Transportation requires availability of personal car for client transportation. 5. *Acquires and maintains valid certification in CNA requirements; First Aid, CPR, Medication administration, specific medical trainings for individual consumers; CPI/Behavior Management and Crisis Intervention 6. *Reads all consumer, team, division, and agency communications. 7. *Is considered an essential staff and may be required to work at other program locations during scheduled hours to meet consumer needs. Must not leave consumers who require 24-hour care unattended at any time. 8. *Performs lifting procedures following specific training guidelines. Uses adaptive equipment to assist with mobility and lifting/transferring needs of the clients. 9. **Must have the energy, stamina, and mobility to meet the community integration/domestic skills/personal care needs of the clients. *Must be able to physically assist individuals to evacuate from a building the event of an emergency. 10. *Displays professional behavior; works effectively with individuals and team; communicates professionally and with respect to confidentiality, maintains good interpersonal relationships; works with teammates to problem-solve; and executes services delivery with attention to safety and quality of care. 11. *Must be able to use a computer effectively to document consumer care in the electronic record; to create word documents and communicate effectively in writing reports, emails and correspondences in concise and grammatically correct manner. 12. *Other tasks as assigned by supervisor