Caregiver/CNA

Independence Village•Waterford, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Caregiver you are responsible for providing caring and personalized assistance for residents living in our community. This role involves supporting our culture and pillars, completing assigned tasks, and providing compassionate care. The position requires effective communication with residents, families, and team members, as well as adherence to all company policies and safety procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Previous Healthcare, Geriatrics or experience working with the elderly population preferred.
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA) Certification preferred.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Actively supports our culture – our pillars and 1440.
Completion of daily/weekly tasks as assigned by the Wellness Coordinator, as well as assisting others routinely with their assignments if needed.
Provide compassionate and competent care for residents by performing the following services: Bathing, showering and grooming assistance, Assist residents with dining, Provides wheelchair and walking escorts, Provides toileting and light incontinence care assistance, Assistance with morning and bedtime routines, Performs light upkeep of resident rooms, Answers resident call signals, Medication assistance, personal care/ medication administration, Assisted Living, Memory Care.
Completes and documents appropriate records, including pertinent information entered into log book.
Works scheduled shift but also provides flexibility and is open to helping other shifts if needed.
Maintains knowledge of all safety and emergency procedures.
Is knowledgeable of and abides by all company policies and procedures.
Communicates any concerns regarding resident care, treatment, or changes in behavior to the appropriate person.
Attends community staff meetings, in-service programs, safety courses, and other required meetings.
Stays up to date and knowledgeable of all departmental communication.