Nursing Home Assistant
Skills Checklist
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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