The Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) performs directpatient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Geriatric Nursing Assistant performs avariety of individualized patient care activities including bathing, dressing,feeding and transporting as well as related non-professional services necessaryin caring for the personal needs and comforts of the geriatric patientpopulation.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Maintains patient confidentiality of all residents

　　Assists residents with activities of daily living andfeeding

　　Performs transfers and lifts per facility protocol

　　Completes timely and thorough documentation in the facilityEMR charting system

　　Provides support and companionship to patients

　　Assists residents with use of assistive devices

　　Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriateinfection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautions

　　Notifies the supervising nurse of any abnormal findings orconditions

　　Cleans and organizes patient rooms

　　Assists with putting away residents laundry andbelongings

　　Assists nurse with admission and discharge/s to unit

　　Prepares patients for appointments or transfers

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Active CNA with Geriatric Certification, required

　　Experience with memory care patients, preferred

　　Prefer one year of geriatric nursing assistant experience asa certified nursing assistant within the last three years.

　　Graduate from certified nursing assistant program withsubsequent documentation as a certified nursing assistant per staterequirements with proof of verification as being an active certification andhaving the ability to be work with geriatrics per state requirements. •Knowledge of medical terminology and knowledge of clerical functions.

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency programwhen applicable

　　Current CPR

　　TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.