CNA/Nurse
Three areas where staff should not be lingering or chatting when they're on the clock.
What is the nursing station, by the fish tank or front desk?
A workplace without bullying is an example of this kind of environment.
What is a respectful and safe workplace?
Leaving the premises on a 15-minute break is not allowed for this safety and staffing reason.
What is you must remain available in case of emergencies or coverage needs?
Before you do any task, you must always do this with your hands.
What is wash your hands? .
Names exposed on desk cart, sharing medical information about a resident with visitors,
What is breaking hippa?
You should only eat or drink in these designated areas.
What are the break room or designated staff areas?
This is how often certain required trainings should be completed by staff.
What is monthly?
Unless you are sick or there is an emergency, this is who is responsible for making sure your shift is covered.
Who is you?
To prevent cross-contamination, you should always hold plates here.
What is by the bottom or edges (never the top or food area)?
This is never an appropriate reason to give a resident when explaining why their care was delayed
What is being short-staffed?
This should always be done to rooms that are clearly marked “Keep Closed” or “Keep Locked.”
What is keep the door closed and locked?
This is the best way to handle a disagreement with a coworker.
What is speak privately and respectfully or involve a supervisor if needed?
Unless it's an emergency, you should only use your phone during this time.
What is your break?
You should always confirm this before handing a resident their plate.
What is their name or diet order?
What is the designated staff parking lot (or designated parking area)?
Don’t do this when helping a resident with mobility, as it can cause injury.
What is lift them without assistance or proper technique?
Provide the highest possible quality of care and quality of life in a Christian environment for the long and short term care residents.
What is our mission?
Dressing this way means wearing neat, appropriate clothes that fit Tieszen Memorial standards and culture.
What is dressing appropriately for work?
Passing the wrong meal to a resident can be dangerous, especially if they have one of these.
What is a food allergy or dietary restriction?
Do always respect this when addressing or interacting with residents.
What is their privacy and dignity?
CNAs often check this board to update or review patient care information and complete necessary paperwork.
What is the report board?
To keep Tieszen Memorial Home clean for everyone, this means wiping down surfaces, picking up after yourself, putting away your dishes after eating.
What is leaving the environment how you found it?
Tieszen Memorial department leads loves it when your alarm clock helps you do it, and it keeps your paycheck coming.
What is being on time?
Hair nets should be worn anytime you are in this type of area in the nursing home.
What is the kitchen or food service area?
If you have a problem at work, this is the first person you should usually go to.
Who is your immediate supervisor (or direct supervisor)?