Caregiver / CNA - Part Time / PRN

Artis Offer Letter•Herndon, VA

9d•$19 - $20

About The Position

PCA starting pay is $19 / hour! CNA starting pay is $20 / hour! This is a part time position offering a flexible schedule on 1st shift (7am-3pm) OR 2nd shift (3pm-11pm)!! Every other weekend required! PRN shifts also available! The Caregiver/CNA will provide assistance with daily living activities for residents with Alzheimer's/Dementia. You may be required to respond to emergency calls and situations, document and report care provided, and transport residents to various functions or locations. Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role. Working at Artis Senior Living , you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.

Requirements

Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role.
Must be willing to obtain and/or maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

CNA Certification Preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with activities of daily living such as grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, bathing/showering, eating, etc.
Assist with personal and household chores, such as tidying up room, errands, delivering mail and/or newspapers.
Transport residents within the community to meals, enrichment activities, and other programs as needed.
Ensure resident care plans are reviewed and followed consistently.
Observe and monitor residents for behavioral changes and/or adverse reactions to medications or treatment plans.
Communicate any changes to clinical staff immediately, as well as document changes thoroughly.
Respond to emergency calls, resident/visitor’s requests and correct environment hazards in a timely, appropriate and safe manner.
Observe community policies and procedures regarding resident and team member safety, attendance, timeliness, house rules, teamwork, and resident service.
Maintain professionalism and resident confidentiality at all times.
Adhere to all Infection Prevention, OSHA, fire and safety regulations at all times, to ensure the safety and well-being of all community residents.
Perform all other duties as requested.