Description
Job Summary
LNA I
Under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff, provides essential support and direct care to residents by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring a safe, clean, comfortable, and enriching environment.
LNA II
With direction and oversight from licensed nursing staff, independently provides essential support and direct care to residents. Assists with daily living activities, monitors health conditions, maintains a safe and comfortable environment, and mentors new nursing assistants.
LNA III
With general oversight by licensed nursing staff, independently provides essential support and direct care to residents. Assists with daily living activities, monitors health conditions, ensures a safe and comfortable environment, mentors and instructs new nursing assistants, and suggests improvements in care, treatment, and procedures.
Responsibilities
LNA I
Assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs).
Ensures proper dietary intake and hydration.
Supports mobility and assists with transfers and transportation.
Follows care plans and documents provided care.
Monitors and records vital signs, intake/output, and collects specimens.
Reports changes in resident condition.
Stocks and distributes supplies and PPE.
Follows infection control and safety protocols.
Maintains cleanliness in resident areas.
Prepares residents for appointments.
Demonstrates empathy and maintains positive communication.
Participates in training and team meetings.
LNA II
Exercises some independent judgment in care delivery.
Assists with ADLs and ensures dietary needs are met.
Provides mobility assistance and coordinates transport.
Performs treatment procedures within LNA scope.
Participates in Plan of Care meetings and coordinates with healthcare professionals.
Documents care and monitors vital signs and intake/output.
Screens for medical issues and collects specimens.
Mentors new nursing assistants.
Manages supply inventory and reports equipment issues.
Maintains infection control standards and cleanliness.
Demonstrates empathy and maintains positive resident communication.
Participates in training, meetings, and committees.
LNA III
Mentors and instructs new nursing assistants.
Exercises independent judgment in assessing resident needs.
Assists with ADLs and recommends additional support when needed.
Ensures dietary needs and preferences are met.
Provides mobility assistance and coordinates transport.
Performs treatment procedures and collaborates on complex care plans.
Recommends treatments and participates in Plan of Care development.
Documents care, monitors vital signs, screens for issues, and collects specimens.
Manages inventory, orders supplies, and requests repairs.
Maintains infection control standards and recommends improvements.
Supports resident well-being through therapeutic activities.
Participates in organizational training, meetings, and committees.
Requirements
Your Experience Counts
Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience, and each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Minimum Qualifications
LNA I
Education/Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
License/Certification
Nursing Assistant license.
Driver’s license.
Other Requirements
May be required to work non-traditional hours.
Must have physical stamina for prolonged standing and tasks such as lifting, transferring, and transporting residents.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in long-term or geriatric care.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Advancement Criteria (Level 1 to Level 2)
One year of experience as an LNA or other medical professional.
Demonstrated competency to mentor new LNAs.
Satisfactory performance evaluation within the past 12 months.
Completion of all mandatory training.
Recommendation from supervisor and approval from nursing leadership.
LNA II
Education/Experience
Equivalent combination of one year of education and experience after high school.
License/Certification
Nursing Assistant license.
Driver’s license.
Other Requirements
May be required to work non-traditional hours.
Must have physical stamina for prolonged standing and physically demanding tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
At least one year of experience as an LNA or other medical professional.
Experience in long-term or geriatric care.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Medication Certification (In-Band Advancement)
Holds a valid Medication Nursing Assistant license.
Assumes responsibility for administering medications.
Advancement Criteria (Level 2 to Level 3)
Holds five Nursing Board–approved competencies.
Satisfactory performance evaluation within the past 12 months.
Completion of all mandatory training.
Recommendation from supervisor and approval from nursing leadership.
LNA III
Education/Experience
Equivalent combination of three years of education and experience after high school.
License/Certification
Nursing Assistant license.
Driver’s license.
Other Requirements
Completion of five Nursing Board–approved competencies.
May be required to work non-traditional hours.
Must possess physical stamina for prolonged standing and physically demanding tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
At least three years of experience as an LNA in a long-term or geriatric care setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Medication Certification (In-Band Advancement)
Holds a valid Medication Nursing Assistant license.
Assumes responsibility for administering medications.
