Full-time Evening CMT/CNA

Lutheran Senior Services•Georgetown, KY

1d•$18 - $29

About The Position

The CMT/CNA provides medication administration to residents under the direction of nursing staff and provides supportive, functional, and routine daily care in accordance with community care procedures and nursing leadership direction. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and supports residents as the directors of their own care. The position practices within the applicable certification scope, state and federal regulations, the recognized state Certified Medication Technician Training Manual, and EverTrue clinical and administrative policies. The role is in Memory Care and may include serving as administrator designee, if the employee is at least 21, when designated leadership is absent. The work takes place in a well-lit, ventilated area with temperature control. The employee may encounter emotionally upset residents or family members and may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and infectious waste or diseases, including AIDS and Hepatitis B, subject to standard precautions. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. The position may require work beyond normal hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Requirements

Current CMT certification in the state of practice.
High school diploma or GED.
If working in Pennsylvania, successful completion of the Personal Care DHS Medication Administration Course.
CPR certification and first aid training.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push or pull 45 pounds.
Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with direct care.
Desire to be part of a Person Centered Care team.

Responsibilities

Prepare and administer residents’ medications under nursing staff direction and within the CMT scope of practice, document administration, and observe residents for medication side effects, interactions, and implications.
Provide medical and physical care within the scope of practice to meet residents’ daily needs.
Address residents’ personal care and support needs promptly while preserving dignity and encouraging residents to do as much as possible for themselves.
Observe residents for changing needs and conditions and report relevant information to nursing staff.
Participate actively in residents’ care and service plans to improve residents’ quality of life.
Assist residents during mealtimes and feed residents who need full assistance.
Create and maintain meaningful relationships with residents and families.
Support residents’ involvement in decisions about daily activities and assist them with activities.
Assist with therapies and treatments under the direction of licensed personnel.
Respect residents’ privacy, follow HIPAA requirements, share information only as needed, and knock before entering residents’ rooms.
Follow safety procedures and report hazardous conditions, defective equipment, and accidents or incidents to the Charge Nurse immediately.
Document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight, along with other pertinent information in residents’ electronic health records.
Respond to incoming phone calls.
When assigned and at least 21 years of age, serve as administrator designee in the absence of the Personal Care Administrator, Assisted Living Administrator, or PC Clinical Director; evaluate immediate circumstances and contact the highest level of authority to discuss next steps.
Perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to applicable laws and standards.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO sell-back.
Retirement savings benefits with employer match contribution.
Education Financial Assistance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness benefits.
Pay advances (PayActiv).
Caregiver support (TCARE).
Leaves of Absence.
Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot).
Commuter support.
Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay for part-time employees and full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, short- and long-term disability, Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Shift differentials: $1.50/hour for evenings, $1.00/hour for nights, and $1.00/hour for weekends in Illinois and Missouri; may vary in other states.