Resident Caregiver (Shahbaz)

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan • Detroit, MI

105d

About The Position

The Shahbaz provides personal care and assists elders with activities of daily living, guided by a genuine interest in caring for them and a commitment to the Green House core values: Meaningful Life, Empowered Staff, and Real Home.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
• Six months to one year related experience.
• Must have ability to operate a computer.
• Operate Electronic Medical Records.
• MI Certified Nursing Assistant.

Nice To Haves

• Completed or ability to complete Green House Shabazim Program.
• Completed or ability to complete Basic First Aid course.
• Completed or ability to complete Serve Safe course.

Responsibilities

• Protect, sustain, and nurture the elders by providing assistance with activities of daily living.
• Assist elders to the bathroom and with incontinence care, bathing, dressing/undressing, life enrichment, and maintaining independence.
• Provide care to the elders in a gentle, empathetic, efficient, and timely manner.
• Treat each elder with consideration, dignity, and respect at all times.
• Be familiar with each elder’s needs, preferences, and desired approach.
• Ensure that call device is being worn or within reach of the elder and answered promptly.
• Provide care of the elder and the elder’s environment, including cooking, laundry, and housekeeping.
• Recognize/respond to the needs of elders while encouraging independence.
• Administer medications/treatments as prescribed by physician.
• Apply clean dressings, slings, stockings, or support bandages under the direction of nurse or physician.
• Launder personal clothing for elders and change bed linens/make beds.
• Measure and record vital signs as requested by PACE nurse case manager and/or physician.
• Document as needed based upon the elder’s Service Plan.
• Observe or examine elders to detect symptoms that may require medical attention.
• Prepare and cook meals and snacks for elders following nutrition guidelines and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain confidentiality of elders’ information and care complying with HIPAA and Resident Rights.
• Assist with coordination of transport for elders to the PACE center or other areas.
• Review and implement all aspects of Service Plan with/for the elders.
• Communicate a sense of caring and concern and dignity for elders.
• Maintain required CNA certification and participate in required annual state in-services.
• Clean and maintain the environment of the Green House home for the elders.
• Maintain a safe atmosphere for the elders by regularly checking whereabouts.
• Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings and training opportunities.
• Follow established policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Must be able to work evenings and/or weekends and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees