GNA - ST. Elizabeth's

Job Posting for GNA - ST. Elizabeth's at CAT1002CC

Catholic Charities is a non-profit organization with a diverse workforce of over 2000 employees of all faiths, ages and ethnicities who help to improve the lives of those we serve. We are the largest private provider of human services in Maryland operating over 80 programs throughout Maryland, serving children and families, people living in poverty, individuals with intellectual disabilities, immigrants, and seniors. Here, you can build a career where you make meaningful differences in the lives of others as we fulfill our mission to love, serve, teach, and work for justice.

The Neighborhoods at St. Elizabeth Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

is currently seeking a Geriatric Nursing Assistant who performs medical and physical care to elders in nursing unit to meet their daily needs and enable them to function at the highest possible level. Schedule: Day Shift and Evening Shift Available (7am - 3:30pm, 3pm - 11:30pm, 11pm - 7:30am).

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends to all elders’ personal hygiene and daily living. This may include, but not limited to, providing baths, shampoo and shaving, providing and clearing bedpans and urinals, assists with meals and feeds patients. Ambulates, turns and positions patients. Provides fresh water and nourishment between meals.
• Plans and facilitates social activities for elders of the nursing unit which provide meaningful ways to spend time through recreation, exercise, and relationship building.
• Follows universal precautions, proper infection control, sanitation and safety standards in all work and elder activities.
• Instills confidence in elders by maintaining a neat appearance and performing duties in a competent and caring manner.
• Reports observations of elders to the nurse caring for the patient to ensure professional assessment.
• Participates actively in the elders care planning and care plan meetings, serving as the elder’s closest advocate in directing their care and honoring their preferences.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED.

Certification/Licensure:

• Passed the Geriatric Nursing Assistant examination and meets Federal requirements.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Shows dependability by being punctual; maintains consistent attendance.
• Talented in meeting the needs of the elderly population with consideration and respect.
• Ability to demonstrate cognitive, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with all those encountered, including elders, their family, and team members.
• Capable of addressing behavioral, medical, and fire/safety situations within the nursing unit.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to changes in elders and facility needs.
• Skilled in seeking opportunities to share personal interests and talents with others through both planned and spontaneous activities.
• Ability to utilize, or willingness to learn computer systems and software, necessary to perform position functions (Basic computer, web browsing, online training, and email usage skills).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Heavy work that includes adjusting or moving objects up to 75# in all directions.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Hearing and vision abilities within normal range and to observe and communicate with patients.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

Catholic Charities has a COVID Mandated Vaccination policy for all employees, which includes an exemption process.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Vacation/sick/holiday pay
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer