Flex Team - Personal Care Partner II (QMAP) |PRN

Flex Team - Personal Care Partner II (QMAP) |PRN

On a flexible, as-needed basis, provides clinical services to all residents residing at Communities of Christian Living Communities (CLC). These services will include assisted living neighborhoods, and all shifts. Coordinates care and services based on resident needs and individual preferences as determined by ongoing assessment and evaluation. Performs duties with education-based expertise, to provide a holistic and person-centered model of care for residents.

Flex team members are expected to fill-in for a minimum of 2 shifts per month. Most of these shifts are 12-hour shifts. This position is considered PRN status and employees may sign up for multiple locations, dates, and shifts. With these expectations, the Community Staffing Team will communicate closely with team members toward meeting their preferences and CLC's needs.

Essential Duties

• Attends to the personal care needs of residents in a timely manner and helps with ADLs as requested by residents or directed by supervisor.
• Provides personal care services to residents such as assistance with bathing, dressing, attendance at meals, laundry, etc. with attention to individual resident needs (i.e., hair is combed, shoes are tied, oral hygiene, etc.)
• Anticipates and identifies any resident care needs and reports to supervisor (i.e., hygiene needs, broken eyeglasses, skin rash, lost hearing aids, supply needs, etc.).
• Responds to the needs of family members as appropriate
• Maintains open communication with supervisor and/or peers to promote awareness of resident issues.
• Monitors the safety and well-being of residents
• Reports suspicion of abuse, neglect or misappropriation of resources as required by regulation.
• Reports changes in resident status, health or otherwise, to supervisor.
• Monitors and documents resident's condition as directed.
• Assists residents with prescribed daily medication routine as appropriate and in accordance with state law.
• Alerts RN/LPN and/or supervisor of any questions or concerns with medication records/supply.
• Ensures that proper documentation occurs timely including any refusal of medication and/or treatment.
• Restocks medication carts, drawers and/or storage areas with miscellaneous supplies only (i.e., gloves, sanitizer cups, etc.)
• Attends, participates, and contributes to monthly staff meetings addressing resident and departmental needs
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications & Experience

• Per the state of operation requirements, Medication certification; QMAP-A/L, Med Tech, Med Aide, Nurse Delegation
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
• High school or Equivalent (GED)
• One (1) year experience in some level of elder care preferred
• Proficient computer skills preferred
• Strong self-management and organization skills
• Strong multi-tasking abilities with the ability to handle competing deadlines, flexible and adaptable (Open to change).
• Ability to effectively handle difficult and sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical activity required by handling objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Constant standing, walking, and grasping. Frequent stooping and reaching above shoulder heights, occasional sitting, crawling, kneeling, and squatting.
• May have exposure to blood borne pathogens, body excretions and communicable diseases possible.
• Possible exposure to household chemicals.
• Sits, stands, bends, and moves intermittently during working hours.
• May be subject to frequent interruptions.
• Interacts with clients, family members and visitors frequently.

Additional Information

• Health Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement (with match)
• Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off plan