Long Term Care CNA Skills Checklist
Long Term Care CNA Skills Checklist
General Items
- Understand the care plan for each resident
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy of residents
- Attend training and continuing education sessions
- Practice compassion and respect towards all residents
- Be aware of and manage personal biases in care
Personal Care Skills
- Assist with bathing and personal hygiene
- Help with dressing and grooming
- Provide oral care and denture care
- Assist with toileting and incontinence care
- Help residents with mobility and transfers
Safety and Emergency Skills
- Know and follow infection control protocols
- Use proper body mechanics when lifting
- Recognize and respond to emergency situations
- Practice fall prevention techniques
- Know fire safety procedures
Communication Skills
- Effectively communicate with residents and families
- Document care accurately and timely
- Report changes in resident condition to nursing staff
- Practice active listening with residents
- Provide emotional support to residents
Basic Health Care Skills
- Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration)
- Assist with feeding and hydration
- Monitor and record intake and output
- Recognize signs of pain and distress
- Assist with medication administration as directed
Social and Recreational Skills
- Encourage resident participation in activities
- Assist residents with social interactions
- Promote independence in daily activities
- Support residents in maintaining hobbies and interests
- Facilitate communication with families and friends
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