CNA-Overnight - Fergus Falls, MN, United States - Northstar Behavioral Health

Description

• Transport clients to and from appointments, intake pickups, discharge drop offs, etc. and ensure all passengers in the vehicle are compliant, safe and nonvolatile
• Set priorities in monitoring clients, making house rounds, documentation of pertinent information and completion of other assignments.
• Highly dependable and can be counted on to work independently, having the ability to work with little direction.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of and adhere to program philosophy and policies and procedures, 245G requirements, house operations, including Client Bill of Rights and confidentiality.
• Complete and assist with intake/admission procedures, orientation of new clients and co-workers.
• Encourage clients to achieve their goals by functioning as a positive role model.
• Participate in client recreational activities with a positive attitude.
• Administer client medications and documents accordingly.
• Complete clerical assignments such as faxing, copying programming materials, stocking packets/forms, typing documents in Word and updating Excel spreadsheets.
• Understand and implement infection control standards especially hand washing and linen handling
• Assist in food preparation, and household cleaning duties as needed.
• Adhere to attendance and absence policies.
• Participate in rotational and/or off - shift schedules, including a holiday rotation schedule, as applicable.
• Other duties as assigned

• Registered nursing assistant / trained medication aide on Minnesota Registry
• Able to successfully complete a background study.
• Know and understand the implications of Minnesota Statutes, sections 245G.01 through 245G.22, 245A.65, 260E, , and and willingness to understand, learn, and carry out regulations with integrity.
• Free of chemical use problems for at least one year immediately preceding hire date and sign a statement attesting to that fact.
• Must be eighteen years old. CPR and 1st Aid certified or willing to participate in courses provided by NBH.
• Must have a valid MN driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office and internet research.
• Physical ability to perform the responsibilities of the position which include, bending, stooping, sitting, walking, and lifting at least 30 pounds.

• Previous experience in human services and/or healthcare environment as related to position responsibilities. Direct client care experience with chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation.