Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Summary

The NAR is responsible for assisting the professional nurse in the delivery of resident care. Under the direction of the professional nursing staff, the NAR provides the personal care for assigned residents and is an integral part of the care planning, assessment and recordkeeping systems.

Job Duties

The essential functions of this job are identified with an asterisk (*) at the end of the bullet point .

• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the resident population serviced in the Long Term Care facility. This population is predominantly geriatric, although occasionally the resident population includes some young adult and/or middle-aged residents. Staff members must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth, development and aging from adolescence through the end of life, including death and dying. In addition, each staff member must be able to assess and interpret data relating to the resident's status in order to identify the resident's age specific needs.*

• Assists with the needs and comfort of residents including hygiene, nutrition, activity and treatments in accordance with the policies and procedures of Mille Lacs Health System.*

• Observes residents and communicates changes and/or needs to the Team Leader.*

• Maintains a safe, clean environment for residents and staff by following infection control and safety policies and procedures.*

  Required Education and Experience

• Registration with the MN Board of Nursing as a Nursing Assistant

  Preferred Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent