Day Shift Nursing Assistant

Overview:

Join our dedicated team as a Day Shift Nursing Assistant at University Place, a vibrant senior living community located in West Lafayette, Indiana. We are a part of Franciscan Ministries, offering a rich variety of lifestyle options for seniors including independent living, assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing care.

At University Place, we aim to enhance the quality of life for our residents through our onsite rehabilitation clinic, which provides a range of therapies from physical to speech therapy.

We have openings for day shifts, with every other weekend and rotating holidays. If you have a passion for working with seniors, we want to hear from you!

Employee Benefits: Competitive compensation with shift differentials, group health, dental & vision insurance, an employer-funded health savings account, life/disability insurance, 401k match, tuition assistance, and generous paid time off.

About Franciscan Ministries: We believe in supporting our associates and nurturing their career paths. We provide competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, and various training and wellness programs.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors?

Position Summary:

As a Nursing Assistant, you will promote the dignity, independence, and rights of our residents. You will assist them with daily living activities, provide medication reminders, and engage them in social and spiritual pursuits. This role involves delivering personal care and monitoring residents' well-being.

Essential Functions, Key Duties, & Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and medication reminders according to their care plans.
• Help with lifting, turning, transferring, and positioning residents in and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, and wheelchairs.
• Provide support during mealtimes, which includes setup, cleaning, meal delivery, and feeding assistance while documenting meal intake.
• Monitor residents' physical and cognitive conditions and promptly report any changes to nursing staff.
• Deliver nutritional supplements at designated times and assist residents as needed.
• Engage residents in life enrichment programs, providing meaningful activities.
• Document resident care accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complete additional duties as assigned, adhering to all policies and procedures.

Position Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Licenses/Certifications: Certified Nursing Certification as required by state regulations.

Experience: At least 1 year of paid or volunteer experience working with seniors is preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to show patience and compassion while working with elderly residents.

Salary: Min: $17.00/Hr. Max: $18.50/Hr.