CNA Med Aide II - The Retreat

Position Purpose

The purpose of this position is to serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary care team to facilitate quality care, guided by guests’ individualized care plans, Immanuel Living and Nursing department policies and procedures, and local, state and federal guidelines.

Position Duties

Resident Care

• Accurately and safely perform hospitable resident care in accordance with residents’ care plans, resident Assignment Sheets and worksheets, and providers and nurses’ instructions (within your scope of practice)
• Assist with dispensing prescribed medications, except for PRN, injections of any sort, per rectum or meds through G tube,
• Answer call lights in a timely manner
• Pick up and maintain resident rooms in a neat and orderly condition
• Assist residents to and from meals, meetings and activities, as needed

Documentation and Communication

• Accurately record resident care in the EMR
• Inform nurses of changes in resident condition, in a timely manner
• Charge out billable supplies
• Give Charge/Medication Nurse report at the end of assigned shift
• Answer unit telephone when nurse is unavailable
• Communicate accurately, considerately, professionally and with consideration of residents’ privacy, with residents, co-workers, managers and residents’ family members
• Participate in appropriate/assigned training and/or meetings

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe home for residents and a safe workplace. Work safely. Help co-workers work safely.
• Keep the Nourishment Room, Soiled Linen Room, bathing areas, Clean Linen Room and Unit equipment storage areas in a neat and orderly condition
• Function effectively as a team member; assist other team members with their concerns and direct them to appropriate resources
• Maintain good & professional working relationships with co-workers
• Be understanding, patient and tactful in dealing with residents, resident families and coworkers

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Have successfully passed a board-approved Medication Aide II training program and examination
• Have at least 4000 hours (approx. 2 years) of work experience as a CNA in a long-term care facility
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Be familiar with state and federal guidelines pertaining to long-term care and the Medication Aide role.

Professional Licenses or Certifications Required by Law

• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the State of Montana
• Current certification as a Medication Aide II in the state of Montana.
• Current CPR/BLS certification; up-to-date knowledge of First Aid
• Completion of required education credits in the period of licensure, as required by the State of Montana

Essential Physical and Mental Requirements

• The incumbent must be at least 18 years of age, due to federal requirements related to the work performed.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work under time and/or deadline pressures.
• Required vision abilities include close up and distance, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to accurately read fine print.
• Occasionally lift, reach, carry, push or pull up to 20 pounds with rarely up to 40 pounds.

About Immanuel Living

Immanuel Living is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community located in Kalispell, MT. Our dedicated staff provide residents with new possibilities each day, along with resort-style amenities, healthy lifestyle options, and a breathtaking location in the Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park. We serve 300 older adults across independent villa apartments, assisted living, memory support, post-acute rehab, and long-term care residences. Amenities include multiple dining rooms, a fitness center, art studio, and more. Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, we provide a faith-based environment while maintaining a reputation for quality and innovation in senior living.

What We Offer

Immanuel Living offers a competitive benefits package* including:

• Retirement Savings Program with strong employer match

• Paid time off

• Medical benefits

• Optional dental insurance

• Employee wellness programs

• Educational assistance promoting lifelong learning

• Free and discounted employee meals

Benefits are subject to change and dependent on employment status.

Immanuel Living is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If this sounds like you, please apply for this position. Include your full work history, listing employers starting with the most current/recent, including self-employment.