Care Partner | Overnight Shift (Assisted Living & Memory Care)

Pivotal Health Care•Ames, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Northridge Village is an innovative, beautiful, 5-star, boutique style senior living community. Our mission is simple: to enrich the lives of our residents through purpose, passion & joy in life! Our Community offers several levels of living including independent living, assisted living, short-term rehab, and long-term care. In addition to our commitment to provide quality care to our residents, we are also committed to providing a great work environment for our Team Members. We are seeking a dedicated Care Partner (Caregiver) to join our team for the overnight shift! This position will provide support in both Assisted Living and Assisted Living Memory Care, assisting residents with personal care, medications, social and recreational activities, and meal services while ensuring a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment.

Requirements

Care Partner must be able to think, act and intervene independently in both routine and emergency situations.
Care Partner must be self-motivated and function as an “in charge person”.
Care Partner must have a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally, with the ability to read, write, and understand English.
Care Partner must have 1-2 years’ previous experience working with the elderly, preferably in a residential setting.
Care Partner must be at least 18 years of age, with a high school diploma or equivalent GED.
Care Partner will complete all delegations assigned by the Assisted Living Nurse to show he/she is competent in duties and responsibilities.
Medication Manager Certification required or must obtain upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience in providing assistance with activities of daily living.
CMA, CNA a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Care Partner adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice and individuality of tenants.
Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the tenant and an understanding of the aging process.
Care Partner reviews Tenant Service Plans as needed to gain and maintain a familiarity with tenant service needs and preferences.
Care Partner reviews the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and corresponding Tenant Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in tenant service needs and/or health conditions.
Care Partner provides personal services to tenants as assigned and as indicated on Tenant Service Plans.
Care Partner responds to calls from the emergency call system in a timely manner.
Care Partner demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures.
Care Partner assists in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed.
Care Partner assists with individual tenant and group social/recreational activities as requested; encourages tenant participation in activities.
Care Partner monitors for changes in tenant needs, preferences, and/or health status, and reports/documents any changes according to established procedures.
Care Partner responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner as per training received.
Care Partner works effectively with minimal supervision and in a team setting.
Care Partner performs all other duties as assigned.
A Care Partner is not allowed to perform medication administration without an Assisted Living Medication Manager Certification of completion.

Benefits

Health, Dental, & Vision Care Plans with company cost share (full-time only)
Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes counseling sessions for Team Members and their Family.
401(k) with company match
PTO
Holiday Premium Pay
Volunteer Time Off
Competitive Wages & Shift Differentials
Referral Bonus
Service Award Bonus
Career Path Development
Tuition Assistance & Certification Course Payment
Fun & engaging team environment