Assisted Living FT(CNA required)

Life Care Services • Ames, IA

16h • $19

About The Position

When you work at Green Hills, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life
stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an
extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by
investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

Green Hills is actively looking for a hospitality-minded Resident Aide, to join
our growing team! Home Health Aides assist with the personal care of
tenants/residents and administration of medications under the delegation of a
registered nurse; provides care as assigned by the charge nurse and does
appropriate documentation on each tenant/resident to create a flow of continuing
care; follows safety procedures and keeps the charge nurse informed of all
relevant resident information through close observation.

We are currently seeking applicants looking for a rewarding experience helping
others to fill part-time and full-time Home Health Aide positions. Nursing
career paths are encouraged and provide for career development and growth. Grow
your skills and experience in an encouraging and hospitality-focused
organization.

ABOUT OUR ASSISTED LIVING DEPARTMENT:

CNAs in our Assisted Living Department, referred to as Resident Aides, help
residents with daily activities, such as bathing, grooming, personal hygiene,
dressing, mobility, and medication management. They also provide assistance with
laundry, housekeeping, and more.

Requirements

• Are 18 years old for eligibility to complete the Medication Manager course within 30 days of hire.
• Have obtained your CNA licensure, according to Department of Inspections and Appeals guidelines.
• Maintain a valid registration with the Direct Care Worker Registry in Iowa.
• Can assist residents in case of an emergency, including during evacuation procedures.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Can pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Accurately document nursing care after assisting a resident, in accordance with community and regulatory standards.
• Timely report any changes in resident condition to the RN/LPN on duty.
• Perform and chart Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) in accordance with each resident’s nursing care plan.
• Administer medication under direction of the RN/LPN on duty.
• Treat each resident as an individual and address them respectfully.
• Assist residents with nutrition and hydration, monitoring food and fluid intake as well as physically assisting with dining as needed.
• Ensure resident rooms are kept clean and organized.
• Exhibit the highest degree of commitment to Person-Directed Care philosophy.

Benefits

• Scholarships and Educational Assistance Programs, because we value the development of our team members and promoting from within.
• Extraordinary Reward Points, because we value recognizing and appreciating our employees for their hard work.
• Our comprehensive benefits, because we value health and wellness for you and your family.
• Various Employee-led Committees, because we value employee engagement and making your voice heard.
• Uniform Allowances, because we value the work you do every day and want to help equip you to do your job to your best ability.
• Shift Differentials for 3rd Shift and Weekend Packages, because we appreciate our night and weekend team members.
• A Free and Confidential Employee Assistance Program, because we understand that life happens.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed