Nursing - Caregiver - Full Time

Cascadia Senior Living•Silverdale, WA

3d•$18 - $26

About The Position

Caregivers help create a joyful and vibrant community by providing care, support, and companionship to residents. The role assists seniors with activities of daily living and promotes their safety, well-being, comfort, independence, and dignity in accordance with company policies and state regulations. Caregivers provide personal care, prepare meals and snacks, support mobility, engage residents in companionship and activities, perform light housekeeping, monitor safety, communicate with families and team members, document care and observations, participate in training and meetings, collaborate with staff, and respond calmly to challenging situations or emergencies. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires the ability to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and involves physical activity such as standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and assisting residents with mobility. Employees regularly sit and talk or hear, frequently use their hands and arms, and may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. The job posting says employees lift 25 to 40 pounds constantly and stand 6 out of 8 hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous caregiving experience, preferably in senior care.
Completion of required caregiver training and certifications, if applicable.
Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature with a special interest in working with seniors.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift and assist residents with mobility as needed.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Current First Aid and CPR card.
Current Food Handlers card.
Ability to pass a criminal background and fingerprint check.
Basic computer knowledge and ability, with an aptitude to learn company applications.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting as needed.
Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks while considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
Assist residents with mobility, transfers, and exercises.
Provide emotional support and companionship through conversations, games, and activities.
Perform light housekeeping, including laundry and cleaning, and maintain a safe living environment.
Monitor residents for hazards or emergencies and respond appropriately.
Communicate with residents, families, and team members about residents' well-being.
Record and document care provided, changes in residents' conditions, incidents, and observations.
Treat residents with respect, dignity, and empathy, supporting their independence and autonomy.
Participate in ongoing training, education, required meetings, and assigned tasks.
Collaborate with caregivers, nurses, and other staff members.
Handle challenging situations or emergencies calmly and effectively.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on relevant years of experience and education or certification requirements.
Shift differential for night shift employees.
Bonus.
Shift coverage bonus offered as needed.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Savings and spending accounts for tax-free health care and dependent care expenses; HSA includes an employer contribution.
Sick time accrual, available for use after 90 days.
Paid time off accrual eligibility after 12 months.
Floating holiday accrual, eligible upon hire.
Time worked on specified holidays is paid at 1.5 times the normal hourly pay.
Up to 3 days of bereavement leave.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Traditional and Roth 401(k) after 12 months and 1,000 hours worked, with semi-annual enrollment and an annual discretionary employer contribution.
Employee Assistance Program.
Cascadia Assistance Fund for financial help with hardships or continuing education.