Caregiver / CNA

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Caregiver / CNA Part-time Regular Sierra Madre, CA, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1750 Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Hourly Why The Kensington Sierra Madre? Because Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our own…and this extends to our team members too! Become part of a community that’s driven by its unique core values: a Love for Seniors, Respect for Each Other, Passion for Excellence, and a Spirit to Serve. Partner with us to find your path, grow your purpose, and expect the unexpected: deeper connections, better opportunities, and a stronger sense of belonging. Pet Friendly Community: This role requires comfort and tolerance for working in residences with pets. Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00/hr. Shift: Part-time - PM Shift / 2:00pm - 10:00pm (must be available to work the weekend) A community where you’re treated like family! Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - must work full time or 30hrs. or more/week Paid Vacation - must work full time or 30hrs. or more/week Complimentary Meals & Uniforms Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Duties and Responsibilities: Assures the maximum quality of life for all residents by maintaining privacy, accommodating individual preference, promoting independence, encouraging and assisting participation in community activities and events, and communicating respectfully at all times. Assists residents in and out of bed and chair/wheelchair using proper transfer techniques if required. Depending on residents’ weight and physical abilities, may require the assistance of another Care Manager or the use of a mechanical lift to move the resident. If resident is unable to reposition self, provides assistance to turn and reposition resident intermittently. Assists residents in bathing as assigned. Monitor hygiene continuously and assist as needed to ensure that residents and their clothing are clean. Assists in personal grooming of residents including brushing hair, brushing teeth, trimming fingernails and toenails, and assisting residents in dressing or undressing. Folds or hangs clean clothing items and places soiled items in hamper. Removes soiled bedding and replaces with clean linens as needed. Assists residents in using bathroom and perineal care. May be required to provide, remove and clean bedpans, urinal catheter bags, and bedside commodes. Assists residents to dining area for meals or provide meals in room as required. Assists in delivery dining service to residents and documenting intake of nourishment as needed. Serves between meal nourishment and assist as needed. Records amount eaten as required. Assists in maintaining cleanliness, condition, and supplies in resident suites by observing and reporting housekeeping and maintenance needs and obtaining care supplies from the community or family as needed. Maintains all work and service areas in clean and orderly condition. Assists in maintaining resident charts. Documents assistance provided to residents at the end of each shift. Communicates all changes and unusual observation concerning residents physical and psychosocial functioning. Attends training courses and participates in other professional development activities as required. Report any suspicion or evidence of elder abuse, mistreatment or neglect as outlined in Personnel Policies. Qualifications: One (1) year of experience working as a Nurse Assistant / Caregiver, including some medical/surgical or home care experience is preferred. Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages, while maintaining an energetic and positive attitude. Must be able to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings. Must be criminally cleared by DOJ and FBI via the Live-Scan process prior to employment. Must demonstrate freedom from tuberculosis hall be verified by a health screening performed by a physician prior to employment. Knowledge and Skill: Must be kind, caring, and possess a genuine desire to work with seniors. Must have excellent verbal skills and communication abilities. Ability to work effectively within a team-based environment. Strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and families. Ability to calculate figures related to amounts such as percentages and area. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. #J-18808-Ljbffr