Certified Caregiver (Day Shift)

Northern Arizona Senior Living Community•Flagstaff, AZ

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to prepare and administer medications and provide assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the assessment and care plan. This role involves a variety of tasks focused on resident well-being, including medication management, personal care, assisting with dining and activities, monitoring resident condition, and ensuring a safe and clean environment. The caregiver must be able to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and work collaboratively with the healthcare team.

Requirements

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must be able recognize the needs of and to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.
Must be dependable.
Must be alert to surroundings and recognize and immediately report unsafe conditions.
Must be certified in Basic Life Support and First Aid.

Nice To Haves

Prefer 6 months or more in home care or assisted living.

Responsibilities

Prepare and administer medications according to health care provider instructions and within the scope of the license.
Maintain accurate documentation of medication administration, effectiveness, and any adverse actions or side effects.
Accurately and safely manage, monitor, and store medications.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of medication carts, equipment, and supplies.
Assure that medications are timely re-ordered and procedures are followed when medications are delivered.
Attend and participate in in-services as required.
Perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the nurse.
Perform personal care activities including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, skin care/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving, and dressing.
Assist in dining rooms as assigned to provide resident care and monitoring.
Initiate and participate in leisure activities provided for residents.
Encourage residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs.
Observe and document the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the nurse.
Document significant events that occur during shift.
Respond promptly, courteously, and appropriately to resident requests for assistance and emergency pull cords.
Complete proper paperwork.
Promote personal safety and a safe environment for residents by observing infection control, blood borne pathogens, fire safety, hazardous materials, and other safety practices.
Assist residents in preparing for appointments and social programs.
Assist with moving and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
Assist residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.
Check each resident routinely to ensure that his/her personal care needs are being met in accordance with his/her wishes.
Provide special resident services offered by the facility.
Maintain a work environment that is clean and presents a professional image.
Communicate with residents, visitors, staff, and others in a courteous, clear, and accurate manner.
Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
Observe resident confidentiality policies and procedures and provide and promote residents’ rights.
Perform other duties as assigned by Resident Care Coordinator and other supervisors and team members.
Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
Learn and demonstrate Platinum Service standards.