Employment Type : Full-Time
This is semi-skilled level work in the care and supervision of residents or patients at a state health facility. Employees assist residents in all areas of physical care and assume total responsibility for the hygiene of patients who are unable to independently perform such tasks. Other duties include general housekeeping assignments, participating in social and recreational activities for the residents, and writing non-technical reports on patient behavior and activity. General supervision is received from a Direct Care Supervisor or Alternate Supervisor; supervisory responsibilities are not assigned to positions allocated to this job class.
Examples of Work: Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following:
Checks and records patient conditions such as vital signs and weight.
Charts patient behavior and activity.
Directs and participates in recreational and social activities for patients in accordance with written programs and habilitation plans.
Accompanies residents to activities and programs outside the facility.
Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens for clinical tests.
Turns and positions non-ambulatory patients.
Performs or assists in the performance of resident personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, shaving, and brushing teeth.
Maintains order in residents' rooms.
Inventories resident clothing.
Attends and participates in all related in-service training sessions.
Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: These minimum qualifications have been agreed upon by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in this job class and are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Mississippi State Personnel Board in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED or High School Equivalency Diploma);
OR
Education:
Completion of an 8th grade education;
AND
Experience:
Four (4) years of related experience.
Required Certification:
Certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant.
Required Document:
Applicant must attach a copy of his/her certificate as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).
Substitution Statement:
Above completion of an 8th grade education, related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis; however, there shall be no substitution for certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).
Essential Functions: Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring agency. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Participate in activities for patients.
2. Assists residents in all areas of physical care and hygiene.
3. Performs housekeeping duties.
4. Writes non-technical reports and participates in training sessions.