CarePartner/ Caregiver

Provides residents assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) while recognizing the importance of their dignity and

respect at all times.

Provides quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the resident philosophy and policies and resident rights

Assists residents in meeting their physical, emotional and spiritual needs

Adheres to each resident's Level of Care (LOC), notifies supervisor of any changes in resident's condition

Answers and responds to resident calls in a timely manner

Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL)

Checks residents every two (2) hours and reports findings

Completes assignment sheets daily.

Encourages residents to attend meals in the dining room by escorting to and from Dining room

Assists residents with meals in ways that meet their individual needs and desires, while being cognizant of changes in appetites

and physical abilities to eat and drink

Assists with cleaning and setting the dining room as directed by supervisor

Assists with cleaning and tidying resident's room as directed by supervisor

Assists with resident's personal laundry as directed by supervisor

Establishes and maintains good relationships with residents and their families

Disposes of all incontinent products according to OSHA regulations and Company policy

Practices proper body mechanics when lifting following safety guidelines

Responds to resident emergencies

Works assigned schedule

Follows proper procedure for clocking in and out for shifts

Follows guidelines for uniforms and wears name badge daily

Follows policy on signing equipment in and out, and uses Company assigned equipment properly as intended

The ability to work in a safe and alert manner

The ability to take ownership for associate's safety and the safety of the residents

Must disclose any medication that might impair associate's ability to perform the job safely or competently

Non-Essential Functions:

Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership

Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy

Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able

Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University

Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis

Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent

Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation

All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

Must have a high school education

Non-Certification with proper training, or possession of valid state certification as C.N.A.

1 - 3 years experience in a senior care community or nursing home environment preferred

Has a good understanding of how Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease can affect behavior

Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts

Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens