Care Partner (Caregiver)

OAKS SENIOR LIVING•Cookeville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Care Partner provides personalized care and services to residents, upholds the philosophy of assisted living, and promotes resident well-being. The role assists residents with activities of daily living in a professional and caring manner, following applicable federal, state, and local regulations and Oaks Senior Living policies and employee-handbook guidelines. Care Partners support residents according to their individual preferences and Negotiated Service Plans, protect resident rights and confidential information, respond to calls and emergencies, and report changes in residents’ condition. They also assist with meals and activities, maintain clean and sanitary living and shared spaces, communicate with residents, families, supervisors, and colleagues, and participate in staff meetings, training, special events, and marketing programs.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Desire to work with older adults and a friendly, caring disposition.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must pass a satisfactory criminal history check.
Must complete a physical examination by a licensed physician and receive a negative drug-screen result.
Must understand the risk of exposure to infectious waste, disease, chemicals, solutions, and disinfectants.
Must be able to react in an emergency situation.
Must be able to stand or walk for up to eight hours in a typical eight-hour day and sit for up to two hours.
Must frequently support up to 70 pounds and occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
Must frequently kneel, bend, and reach.
Must obtain 24 hours of continuing education during the initial year of employment and 16 hours annually thereafter.
Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing care to older adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide quality, person-centered care and assistance in accordance with resident rights and Oaks Senior Living philosophy.
Assist residents with activities of daily living according to individual preferences and Negotiated Service Plans.
Protect the confidentiality of residents’ and coworkers’ personal and medical information.
Notify the appropriate supervisor or director of changes in residents’ conditions.
Answer and respond immediately to resident calls and respond to emergencies according to policy and procedure.
Assist with resident activities and encourage participation.
Encourage and escort residents to meals; assist with serving and eating as needed, and observe and report changes in appetite or ability to eat and drink.
Clean the dining room after meal service as assigned; tidy resident rooms or apartments and maintain clean and sanitary bathrooms as needed.
Establish and maintain good relationships with residents and their families.
Dispose of incontinent products according to policy.
Use proper body mechanics and safety procedures when assisting with resident transfers.
Offer residents choice, maintain dignity, promote individuality, and protect resident rights.
Complete required continuing education and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
Follow infection-control policies and safety precautions.
Participate in special events, activities, and marketing programs.
Attend regular staff meetings and required in-service training.
Communicate effectively with residents, supervisors, management, and care staff, including at shift changes; review daily communication tools used for resident care.
Report supply needs, hazardous conditions, equipment issues, on-the-job injuries, and family concerns according to community procedures.
Maintain a positive attitude.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor, Wellness Director, MOD, or Executive Director.