Job description

The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) is an international congregation of Catholic Sisters with offices located in Oregon, Washington California and Windsor, Canada.

SNJM prides itself on creating a warm and caring work environment. We treat one another with dignity, seek understanding and we value differences.

If the SNJM work environment sounds like what you are looking for, we invite you to apply for the CNA position we have in our Campbell office.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance and short and long-term disability
• A generous 401(k) program
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid time off starting at 18 days/year.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Nursing Assistant/CNA provides a variety of health-related services to SNJM Sisters living at Merrill Gardens, Saratoga Retirement Community and Cedar Creek Los Gatos.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As directed, CNA provides personal care for Sisters. Services may include ADL/ IADL areas, wound care, and taking of vital signs. Records and reports vital signs and other medical information to Clinical Care Coordinator.
• Communicates observations of changes to a Sister’s health or well-being to Clinical Care Coordinator.
• Provides emotional support to enable Sisters to live independently and adapt to changing health conditions.
• As appropriate drives and accompanies Sisters to medical appointments: providing companionship as Sisters receive medical services.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Must have current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification.
• Experience: Must have minimum of 2 years’ experience as CNA.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must be able to respect and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with SNJM Sisters, staff, and external contacts.
• High degree of flexibility in carrying out work assignments.
• Ability to self-initiate work, manage work time effectively and follow through on work assignments.
• Ability to work in a patient and understanding manner with an elder population who may be ill, disabled, hospitalized, and/or suffering from dementia.
• Ability to respond to stressful situations appropriately and calmly.
• Basic English language skills (speaking, reading, writing).
• Requires valid driver’s license and evidence of personal insurance in accord with SNJM guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND/OR WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent standing, stooping, and/or bending in performance of job duties
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to assist Sisters with transportation and getting into and out of vehicles.

HOURS: 35-40 hours per week including every other weekend.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Automobile
• Walkers/wheelchairs
• blood pressure monitors, thermometers, and other medical equipment as needed by individual Sister.

SNJM is committed to continually building a workplace that exemplifies its values and vision of being hospitable to everyone. The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To learn more about the mission and vision of the Sisters of the Holy Names visit: www.snjmusontario.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.72 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all employees or proof of qualified exemption.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Campbell, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CNA Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location

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