Care Partner

Inspired Living at Kenner•Kenner, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Distinctive Living is seeking a Care Partner (CNA) for their Inspired Living Senior Living community in Kenner, La. This role is responsible for carrying out Activities of Daily Life services to residents in accordance with their service plan. This includes providing personal care, communicating with medical professionals and families about resident needs under the direction of the Director, Health and Wellness. The position also participates in meal service, including serving, clearing, and cleaning the dining room. All services must be provided in full regulatory compliance. Distinctive Living is passionate about personal and professional growth and strives to provide a culture where people feel valued and inspired.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Must have one year of experience in a caregiving role or similar function.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Able to communicate verbally in person and over the phone.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
CNA or HHA Preferred

Responsibilities

Follows the services outlined in each resident's service plan in a friendly, respectful and supportive manner.
Documents any observed change of condition in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Complies with the Continuous Quality Improvement Program and takes steps to ensure that services delivered are complete and designed for each resident.
Reports identified issues not supporting quality services to the immediate supervisor for correction.
Understands and follows all company policies as well as all local, state, and federal rules and regulations as they apply to services delivered for all residents, including updates and amendments to those rules, regulations and policies. This involves resident care and documentation, and compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and Blood Borne Pathogen Guidelines.
Works in a safe manner in conjunction with other employees.
Reports any unsafe actions immediately to supervisor and ensures such actions are corrected.
Compliant with Safety Committee Standards.
Fosters teamwork with co-workers, takes actions which assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.
Communicates between Care Partners on resident needs.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.