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Company Purpose:

Global Dynamics LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in providing Healthcare Clinical and Support Services, Administrative, and Training Support for the Federal Government.  Global Dynamics, LLC is a leader in the personnel support services industry setting a new standard in career placement and flexible staffing. 

Position Overview:

The Geriatric Nursing Assistant provides direct resident care in accordance with established care plans and facility policies. Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily activities, monitoring resident condition, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring compliance with infection control and safety standards.

This position may involve tasks that require exposure to visible blood contamination or reasonably anticipated blood exposure and must be performed in compliance with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards and the facility’s Exposure Control Plan.

Key Responsibilities:

Resident Care

· Provide direct care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, oral hygiene, and feeding.

· Assist residents with mobility, transfers, repositioning, and ambulation using appropriate safety techniques and equipment.

· Lift, rotate, and assist residents who may be partially or totally dependent for movement.

· Change bedding, mattresses, and assist with maintaining resident room environments.

· Operate medical and resident care equipment including wheelchairs, lifting devices, mechanized beds, and related equipment.

· Provide restorative care activities including range of motion exercises, positioning, and ambulation as directed by the nursing staff.

· Resident Safety and Monitoring

· Observe residents and report changes in physical, emotional, or mental condition immediately to the Staff Nurse.

· Identify safety hazards or emergency situations and initiate corrective action according to facility policies and procedures.

· Respond promptly and respectfully to resident requests for assistance and call lights.

Infection Control and Safety

· Follow all infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene and handling of linens and personal items.

· Comply with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards and the facility Exposure Control Plan.

· Report signs or symptoms of infection or improper infection control practices to the supervising nurse.

· Documentation and Communication

· Document resident care activities accurately and in a timely manner when required.

· Communicate resident concerns, family feedback, or other observations to the Staff Nurse.

· Maintain effective communication with interdisciplinary care teams.

· Resident Engagement

· Assist residents to meals, activities, and social functions as assigned.

· Encourage positive social interaction among residents.

· Support facility activity programs and resident engagement initiatives.

· Team Participation

· Attend and participate in facility in-service training and educational programs.

· Assist in the orientation of new or temporary staff members as requested.

· Seek assistance from the Staff Nurse when addressing resident issues requiring special attention.

Additional Duties

· Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Staff Nurse or facility leadership to support quality resident care.

· Physical Requirements

· This position requires good physical and mental health and the ability to perform the physical demands of resident care.

· Physical activities may include:

· Lifting and repositioning residents

· Assisting residents with mobility and transfers

· Stooping, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods

· Operating resident care equipment

· GNAs must be able to work flexible shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

· Completion of a Maryland-approved Geriatric Nursing Assistant training program

· Active Maryland GNA certification

· Ability to perform duties in accordance with state and federal healthcare regulations

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Compassionate and respectful approach to resident care

· Candidates in Training

· Individuals hired as GNA trainees must:

· Be enrolled in an approved training program

· Successfully complete the training program and competency examinations

· Achieve certification within 120 days of employment, in accordance with Maryland statutory requirements

· Knowledge and Skills

· The GNA must demonstrate knowledge of:

· Resident care practices in long-term care settings

· Proper infection prevention and control techniques

· Safe lifting and resident handling practices

· Residents’ rights and dignity standards

· OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen safety procedures

· Documentation and reporting standards

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.  Our employment decisions are solely made according to qualifications for the positions.