Community Caregiver-Overnights

BETHESDA HEALTH AND HOUSING•Willmar, MN

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: To provide a safe and pleasant home like atmosphere, emphasizing the Residents individuality while observing any changes in behavior and physical needs. Responsibilities include: home management tasks and services, life enrichment experiences, personal care for Residents’ and delegated nursing services designed to maintain the clients’ physical and emotional wellbeing. JOB RELATIONSHIPS: A. Reports to: Assisted Living RN, Assisted Living Coordinator B. Secondary reporting to: Regional Health Services Director (RN) LPN, program director C. Interrelationships with: Culinary, Housekeeping, Maintenance D. External Contacts: Visitors, Families, and Delivery Persons

Requirements

Training: Graduate of a recognized nursing assistant program and in good standing with the Minnesota NA/registry; or successful completion of our agency’s orientation and training program for unlicensed personnel and has been determined competent to provide services and follow our agency’s procedures by our RN.
Experience: None, previous health care or geriatric experience desirable.
Passion for having a meaningful impact on the lives of others.
Adaptability and flexibility in dealing with changing situations and in ability to remain calm when dealing with clients and their families, with a positive and pleasant manner and kind tone of voice.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment and observation skills.
Ability to effectively communicate with peers and supervisors and clients.
Ability to deal tactfully and compassionately with clients, their family members, other staff and to exhibit good customer service skills at all times.
Ability to read, write, comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions, including medical terminology.
Ability to work independently and to use good problem-solving skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, with or without accommodation.
Ability to work flexible times, including weekends, evenings and holidays.
Experience in working with older adults. Previous experience in a hospital, nursing home or home care agency preferred.
Must be dependable and punctual, with a good attendance record.
Must follow building dress code, maintain good personal hygiene and grooming.
Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
Must work as a team member with other personnel, the LPN and RN.
Ability to follow directions accurately and perform assigned and/or delegated tasks.
Willingness to learn and adapt to changing environments and job functions.
Must receive a “not disqualified” criminal background result from Department of Human Services and may not be on the OIG exclusions list.
Must be screened for TB.
Must adhere to Bethesda’s corporate compliance, policies, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous health care or geriatric experience desirable.
Previous experience in a hospital, nursing home or home care agency preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the client with personal cares as identified in the assignment sheet/client care plan.
Assisting the client in the use of the commode, urinal, toilet and with adult incontinence products as assigned.
Assisting with ambulation and transfers, including proper use of a transfer belt and assistive devices and proper body mechanics to avoid injury.
Assist in use of hearing aids and glasses for clients.
Medication reminders, assistance or administration as delegated by RN.
Prepare meals as directed, following special meal plans if instructed.
Take and record temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration as instructed.
Report changes or concerns to RN.
Take and record blood glucose levels as instructed.
Assist tenant with insulin injections as instructed.
Notify RN of any complaints or concerns raised by the client or the client’s family or representative.
Help each client to reach and maintain his/her highest level of performance and independence.
Establish rapport with clients, lead client in activities as assigned and provide socialization and companionship to clients while performing assigned tasks.
Assist with treatments as delegated the Register Nurse according to the client’s individualized care plan or with therapy tasks as assigned by a licensed health professional.
Observe client and report to the LPN or RN changes in the client’s physical and emotional condition, such as change in attitude, appearance, loss of appetite, weight, etc.
Assist co-workers with daily responsibilities when needed.
Organize and prioritize assigned work during scheduled shift to complete assigned tasks.
Is responsible for taking adequate supplies or equipment to the clients’ home that are needed to complete the assigned tasks.
Document services provided accurately and consistent with agency policies and complete all required paperwork in a timely and legible manner.
Attend required in-service training—at least 8 hours for every 12 months of employment as well as staff meetings and other agency events.
Follow agency procedures for universal precautions when performing assigned tasks.
Maintain a clean environment for clients.
Assist with life enrichment experiences that engage the tenant’s mind, body or spirit.
Self-initiate engagement in life enrichment experiences.
Provide individual life enrichment experiences as directed.
Use validation techniques and/or appropriate diversion activities when dealing with clients with dementia.
Follow agency dress code and wear name tag while at work and maintain good personal hygiene and grooming.
Follow agency policies regarding safety rules and requirements and report any issues or concerns about your safety or any injuries immediately to the LPN or RN.