Day Center CNA at InnovAge in Albuquerque, NM

***$2000.00 Sign on Bonus available***

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.
• 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.