Care Partner (Caregiver)

OAKS SENIOR LIVING•Cookeville, TN

About The Position

The Care Partner provides personalized care and services to residents, upholds the philosophy of assisted living, and promotes residents’ 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 provide person-centered support according to each resident’s preferences, rights, and Negotiated Service Plan. They respond to calls and emergencies, help residents participate in activities and meals, support dining and housekeeping needs, protect confidentiality, maintain infection-control and safety practices, and communicate resident needs or changes in condition to supervisors and coworkers. The position also includes required meetings, in-service training, and continuing education.

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 of age.
Must have a satisfactory criminal history check.
Must complete a physical exam by a licensed physician and have a negative drug screen.
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 up to eight hours and sit up to two hours during a typical eight-hour day.
Must frequently support up to 70 pounds and occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
Must frequently kneel, bend, and reach.
Must obtain proper assistance for resident transfers as needed.
Must adhere to proper body mechanics and safety measures when supporting or transferring residents.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing care to older adults.

Responsibilities

Provide quality care in accordance with the Oaks Senior Living Person-Centered Lifestyle philosophy and resident rights.
Assist residents with activities of daily living according to their individual preferences.
Protect the confidentiality of residents’ and coworkers’ personal and medical information.
Follow each resident’s Negotiated Service Plan and notify appropriate supervisors or directors of changes in condition.
Answer and respond immediately to resident calls.
Assist with resident activities and encourage participation.
Encourage and escort residents to meals, assist with meal service and individual dining needs, and observe and report changes in appetite or ability to eat and drink.
Clean the dining room after meal service as assigned.
Help clean and tidy residents’ rooms or apartments.
Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in resident, employee, and public bathrooms as needed.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with residents and their families.
Dispose of incontinent products according to policy.
Use proper body mechanics and follow safety procedures when assisting with resident transfers.
Respond to resident emergencies according to policy and procedure.
Offer residents choice, maintain dignity, promote individuality, and protect resident rights.
Complete 24 hours of continuing education during the initial year of employment and 16 hours annually thereafter; maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
Follow infection-control policies and safety precautions.
Participate in special events, activities, and marketing programs.
Carry out other duties assigned by the Shift Supervisor, Wellness Director, MOD, or Executive Director.
Attend regular staff meetings and required in-service training.
Communicate effectively with residents, the Shift Supervisor, and management.
Review daily the communication tools used to provide resident care.
Communicate residents’ needs to the Shift Supervisor and carepartner staff at shift change.
Report changes in residents’ condition to a supervisor or the Wellness Director.
Report supply needs and hazardous conditions or equipment.
Respond to on-the-job injuries according to community policies and procedures.
Notify a supervisor of concerns or questions raised by residents’ family members.
Maintain a positive attitude.