AM Care Partner - CNA Not Required

• Location 1204 Oakview Drive,Dilworth, MN, 56529,United States
• Base Pay $15.00 - $19.00 / Hour
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Presley Norris
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Description

Job Duties

• Medication Administration
  • Administer medications and give reminders to residents as required according the Electronic Medication Administration Record (EMAR) and as delegated by the RN Supervisor.
  • Follow policy and procedure for administering medications PRN standing orders, and narcotic administration and documentation.
  • Follow policy and procedure for medication administration when a resident is leaving the building or when receiving new/changed medication orders.
  • Understand precautions used for infections control and adhere to them.
  • Other medication administration duties as assigned by Clinical Nurse Supervisor.
• Provide personal and direct care to residents
  • Assist residents with activities of daily living as indicated on their individual service agreement (including, but not limited to dressing, showering, grooming, toilet assistance, and escorting).
  • Assist residents with daily apartment order and light housekeeping.
  • Assist residents with personal laundry duties.
  • Maintain a clean and healthy environment.
  • Promote independence with residents offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
  • Perform routine procedures as delegated by the Clinical Nurse Supervisor.
• Documenting and Reporting
  • Document any changes in residents’ condition in the resident chart and communication log. Report these changes to the Clinical Nurse Supervisor.
  • Completes incident reports according to policy.
• Review and sign your acknowledgement all new residents plan of care/weekly service record and changes in current residents’ plan of care.
• Reading company internal messages before the start and throughout each shift.
• Checking outgoing US mailbox, collecting US mail delivered and distributing US mail and in-house
  mail to the residents.
• Other documentation as assigned and/or needed.
• Knowledge & Compliance with State & Federal Regulations
  • Understand and adhere to the Vulnerable Adult and abuse policy, Bill of Rights, and HIPPA.
  • Works to assure facility is in compliance with federal, state, and local standards and regulations.
  • Complete the licensing minimum hours of documented training.
• Encourage, gather, and/or escort residents to participate in scheduled activity programs.
• Facilitate activity programming as assigned, such as BINGO.
• Socialize with residents and incorporate new ideas and resident suggestions into programming.
• Participate & Function Effectively as a Team Member
  • Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with other Serenity team members.
  • Provide back up to other staff as needed to ensure 24 hour-staffing.
  • Communicate information regarding resident’s care needs and changes to the team and families.
  • Provide proactive and constructive participation in staff meetings.
  • Be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.
  • Be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
  • Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire, weather, or emergency situations.
  • Follow through promptly on requested duties.
  • Assist kitchen staff at mealtimes with set up, serving, and clean up.
  • Provide on-the-job-training for new Care Partners and Resident Aides.
  • Must be mature and emotionally stable using a calm and kind tone of voice.
  • The ability to remain calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Availability to work 6:30am-2:30pm, or 6:30am-10:30am.
• CNA license not required, but is preferred.
• Tuberculosis screening, assessment and clearance
• Minimum age, 16 years old.
• Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly.
• Prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
• Possess skills to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and other customers.
• Possess the ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and documentation.
• Be punctual with a good attendance record.
• Must demonstrate great interpersonal skills.
• Be up to date with completing required QuantiFERON tests, Mantoux tests or chest x-rays.

Summary

The Care Partner is responsible for providing personal care and delegated nursing services designed to maintain the client’s physical and emotional well-being.