Community Caregiver- Overnights

BETHESDA HEALTH AND HOUSING • New London, MN

3d

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Must have adequate vision and hearing necessary to perform job functions

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Home management tasks and services
• Life enrichment experiences
• Personal care for residents’
• Delegated nursing services designed to maintain the clients’ physical and emotional wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees