Please use this Nursing Home Assistant Skills Checklist to assess the abilities and readiness of our assistant staff in providing top-notch care to our residents. Ensure each skill is demonstrated effectively to a supervisor or mentor, and mark the corresponding column upon successful completion.
Adherence to hand hygiene and infection control protocols | |
Proper use and disposal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) | |
Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, and grooming | |
Safe transfer and mobility assistance using equipment and assistive devices | |
Nutritional support, including feeding assistance and monitoring for dietary restrictions | |
Accurate measurement of vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature) | |
Effective communication techniques with residents, families, and healthcare team members | |
Prompt recognition and reporting of any changes in resident conditions | |
Basic wound care and ensuring skin integrity | |
Engagement and encouragement of residents in social and recreational activities | |
Compliance with resident rights and promoting resident independence | |
Documentation skills for charting in electronic health records (EHRs) | |
Understanding of emergency procedures and response actions | |
Management of resident environment for safety and comfort | |
Knowledge of medication management policies and assistance under supervision | |
Demonstrating empathy, patience, and respect in all resident interactions |
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