CNA/Caregiver-Full-Time ALL Shifts ($17-$21)

Senior Lifestyle•Park Ridge, IL

61d•$17 - $21

About The Position

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for providing high quality meals to the residents, guests and staff.

Responsibilities

Take and record vital signs.
Measure and record height, weight, and fluid intake/output.
Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor.
Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
Transfer, position, and turn residents.
Provide skin care.
Contribute to the resident’s assessment and the plan of care.
Provide nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing services.
Care for residents with dementia.
Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor.
Provide emotional and social support to residents.
Promote and protect resident rights, assist residents to make informed decisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, protect resident’s personal belongings, report suspected abuse or neglect, avoid the need for physical restraints in accordance with the current professional standards, and support independent expression, choice, and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation.
Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
Respect residents’ confidentiality.
Familiar with emergency equipment and procedures.
Understand duties during a fire drill and is familiar with evacuation plan.
Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
Adhere to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation.
Perform other duties as assigned.