MedTech--All Shifts

CiminoCare•Carmichael, CA

33d•$21

About The Position

CiminoCare is a family-owned company that looks to employ Caregivers that are compassionate, self-motivated, and proud to be a part of a team of professionals. Providing security, care, and assistance in a serene setting is an ideal fit for a candidate who enjoys working with seniors. Come join a growing company who has flourished by providing seniors with Old World Hospitality! Come work for a family owned company that appreciates and values your skills. Enjoy a job that makes an impact everyday! This position is classified as Hourly/Full-time at $21/hr. AM Shift: 6:30 am to 2:30 pm PM Shift: 2:30 pm - 11 pm NOC shift: 11 pm - 6:30 am The Shift Manager (MedTech) acts as team leader, direct supervisor of resident caregivers ensuring that the resident needs are met, distributes medications and assists in the skill training of all new resident caregivers as well as developing requests for in service training. The Shift Manager reports directly to the Administrator and Resident Care Coordinator (RCC). In absence of the Administrator, the Shift Manager is responsible for overall flow in facility and has authority to make minor decisions regarding the care on the floor; and to summon emergency care if the resident is in distress,. All other care decisions need to be made by the Administrator or RCC.

Requirements

Each employee must have a physical examination and tuberculin test performed by a physician. The tests are to be completed (with results) within seven (7) days after hire (unless regulations stipulate completion before employment). If the exams are not completed within this timeframe, the employee will be placed on suspension until they are completed
The Department of Social Services (DSS) licensing agency requires that fingerprint livescan and an affidavit on criminal convictions be submitted for the purpose of conducting a criminal record review. The DSS will issue an approval or denial according tot he criminal clearance reports. An approval must be obtained in order to retain employment
Willing to submit to any drug screening as request or required
All employees must keep their FIRST-AID certification current
Include leadership, oral/written communication, interpersonal and public interactive skills
Knowledge of Geriatric care and licensing regulations
Organizational skills: must be able to maintain organization al order and efficiency; maintain resident files, employee records and work area in a tidy and orderly appearance
Mental: must be able to handle stress well, stay calm under pressure; ability to think and make decisions consistent with polices and procedures and licensing regulations
The person selected for this position must be 18 years or older and possess at least one year's experience caring for the elderly

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant or HHA certificate

Responsibilities

Maintain resident charts, and keep other documentation current on facility forms, licensing forms, physician orders and incident reports
Ensure caregivers carry out their responsibility on the particular shift and resident needs are met to include; bathing, grooming, oral care, hygiene, mobility and other activities of daily living (ADLs)
Ensures these supports are delivered so that all residents function at their highest level physically, cognitively, and socially
Assist residents with scheduled toileting, bathing, dressing, perineum care, hygiene, skin care and support for episodic incontinence as well as the need arises
Assist residents with resident mobility and transfers according to approved assistance protocols
Assist residents at meal time and with daily recreational activities including; crafts, games, music, exercise and encouragement
Communicate resident status changes with the Administrator and RCC
Ensure all medication documentation is current and correct, including medication administration forms, physician orders, change of dosage and central medication storage
Coordinate physician and other appointments for the particular shift
Pass medications for the particular shift and read all "Shift Communication Notes" regarding the facility and residents so as to be informed of the condition of the residents and report such to the Administrator/RCC
Provide leadership to direct care staffs by identifying and communicating resident care priorities
Completes and follows in house safety program and ensures compliance with all safety laws (e.g. OSHA, Title 22, Fire Authority, etc.)
Understands and promotes the community's fire and accident prevention, sanitation procedures and use of fire safety equipment
Performs other duties as assigned