JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary A position with responsibility for
assisting clients with activities of daily living, providing nursing
care and active treatment to clients/residents in assigned household,
neighborhood or unit and assisting in the maintenance of a safe, clean
and therapeutic environment. Essential Duties Assists in creating a
therapeutic atmosphere conducive to the mental health of
clients/residents. In conjunction with the facilities department
maintains a clean, comfortable and safe environment for clients.
Provides client care to meet the physical needs of the client/resident;
also provides care relative to the emotional and psychosocial needs of
clients. Participates in the development of the client care plan and
implement provisions of the client/resident care plans. In conjunction
with the therapy department and nursing department provides activities
or simple food prep related to activities on the households as assigned.
Takes clients on community outings for recreational or educational
purposes. Observes client/resident and reports any change in client
behavior/condition to Registered Nurse/designee immediately and respond
to emergency and crisis situations. Maintains the confidential nature of
all client/resident and business information. Attends staff meetings,
attends in-service and outside agency training sessions if appropriate.
Completes and maintains necessary documentation according to applicable
requirements, codes and policies. In the CBRF assists with group
interactions, assist with admissions, scheduling, other clerical duties
as assigned and maintain a homelike environment. In the CBRF creates a
supportive environment with supervision and assistance to clients based
on individual needs in order to achieve maximum independent function and
resolve crisis, documenting fulfillment of crisis plans and client
progress. Performs related functions as assigned. ***** OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Current
knowledge of procedures and techniques in providing routine,
non-professional nursing care to the geriatric elderly, developmentally
disabled, mentally ill, AODA client or children and adolescents.
Knowledge of CPI, Restraining Techniques and Therapeutic Interventions.
Knowledge of principles of documentation. Knowledge of basic principles
of active treatment. Knowledge of basic principles of behavior
modification and appropriate application of behavior modification
techniques. Ability to recognize and address the physical, psychosocial,
mental and emotional needs of the client. Ability to carry out a nursing
care plan and to follow oral and written instructions, as directed by
the Registered Nurse. Ability to organize, plan, lead and participate in
activities. Ability to deal with stress associated with threatening of
unpredictable client behavior. Ability to use all standard medical
equipment (thermometer, blood pressure apparatus, stethoscope, etc.)
including proper use of mechanical lifts and gait belt. Ability to
establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with
clients/residents and family members. Ability to establish and maintain
effective public and working relationships with other employees. Ability
to communicate in a positive and effective manner both orally and in
writing. Ability to understand and carry out policies and procedures
governing client care. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
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