Caregiver, CNA, Med Aide

Rapid City • Rapid City, SD

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About The Position

Peaceful Pines Senior Living is committed to providing exceptional care and service with compassion. Our community offers a total of 30 independent living units, 29 assisted living units, and 32 memory care units located in the beautiful Black Hills. We are looking for caregivers who are interested in growing with us, personally and professionally! No two days will look the same, as you navigate daily opportunities to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents. As a Caregiver/CNA/UMA at our facility, you will be responsible for assisting residents with daily living tasks, including eating and getting out of bed or getting bathed and dressed, or passing medications if licensed to do so. The ideal candidate understands that each resident has a unique story to learn from, requiring patience, kindness, and empathy. If you have a big heart, an upbeat attitude, and an awesome work ethic, we welcome you to apply!

Requirements

• Employee must pass background check prior to employment.
• Employee must submit to a TB test in accordance with state regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed in the state of South Dakota as a CNA and/or UMA.
• Free on-the-job training is provided if you are not currently licensed but looking to grow!
• Able to work as a Resident Care Aide or RCA without pursing licensing too.
• Dependability and a contagiously positive attitude.
• A team player looking to promote themselves and the people around them.
• A passion for working with seniors and/or caring for others.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the well-being and protection of every resident through the delivery of high-quality care.
• Promotes and supports a positive work environment focused on team building and collaboration.
• Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent personal or health information concerning residents and staff.
• Assists residents with feeding and providing snacks; encourage water intake and supplements as appropriate.
• Answers pendant system/call lights promptly to determine and assist with residents' needs.
• Aids with daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, walking, transporting, recording vital signs, and providing psycho-social support and other personal cares.
• Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within their scope of practice as defined by state regulations.
• Documents the outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and diet.
• Communicates changing health conditions, medication follow-up, and care-related concerns/responses to the nursing leadership team.
• Completes light housekeeping as necessary.
• Prepares dining room for meals, serves meals, and cleans up dining room after meals.
• Adheres to OSHA and CDC guidelines for infection control techniques.
• Other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Management that cares about your personal and professional goals.
• Paid training and education assistance.
• Freebies! (Food, onsite laundry, frequent coffee runs, employee of the month gifts).
• Growth opportunities.
• $1.00/hour overnight shift differential
• $4.00/hour weekend warrior program available
• Flexible Schedules

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees