CMT FT DAY 12HR

Lutheran Senior Services

92d • $16 - $25

About The Position

At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day. The position involves providing medication administration to residents under the direction of the nursing staff and offering supportive and functional care to residents with routine daily care in accordance with established community care procedures as directed by nursing leadership. The role requires working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team with a focus on maintaining the resident as the director of their care.

Requirements

• Current CMT certification in the state of practice
• High-school diploma or GED
• If working in Pennsylvania: Successful completion of Personal Care DHS Medication Administration Course
• CPR certification and first aid training
• Prior experience with direct care preferred
• Basic computer skills
• A desire to be part of the 'Person Centered Care' team

Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers medication to residents under the direction of the nursing staff and within the scope of practice for a CMT; and documents accordingly; Observes residents for side effects, interactions and implications of common medicines
• Provides medical and physical care, in accordance within the scope of practice, to the residents to meet their daily needs
• Handles the residents’ personal care needs and support in a timely manner; Helps the resident keep their dignity by letting them do as much for themselves as possible
• Observes the residents closely and identifies changing needs and conditions. Reports information to the nursing staff
• Actively participates in the resident’s care/service plan for the purpose of improving the life of the resident
• Assists residents during mealtimes and feeds residents that need full assistance
• Creates and maintains meaningful relationships with residents and families
• Supports the resident’s involvement in decision making regarding their daily activities; Assists the residents with activities
• Assists with therapies and treatments under the direction of licensed personnel
• Respects privacy, follows HIPPA requirements, only shares information on an as needed basis and always knocks on a resident’s door before entering
• Follows all safety procedures and protocol as dictated by EverTrue policy, federal and state regulations and standard nursing practice. Reports all hazardous conditions, defective equipment and accidents or incidents to the Charge Nurse immediately
• Documents vital signs including blood pressure, temperature respiration and weight checks and other pertinent information in the resident’s electronic health record
• Responds to incoming phone calls
• May be assigned to serve as the administrator designee (if 21 years of age or older) in the absence of the Personal Care Administrator / Assisted Living Administrator / PC Clinical Director; Evaluates immediate circumstances and contacts highest level of authority to discuss next steps

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back
• Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution
• Education Financial Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness
• Pay advances (PayActiv)
• Caregiver support (TCARE)
• Leaves of Absence
• Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot)
• Commuter support
• Extended Sick Pay
• Bereavement Pay
• Jury Duty Pay
• Medical/Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care)
• Life insurance
• Disability (Long-term and Short-term)
• Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident)
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED