Caregivers / Home Health Care - Part Time

Position: Caregiver- Forest Hills Commons Schedule: Full and Part Time Location: Louisville, KY At Forest Hills Commons we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care that enriches the lives of our residents. Our team creates a welcoming environment where residents feel at home, supported, and valued. Join us and make a difference in the lives of seniors every day! We are seeking a dedicated Caregiver to join our team. As a Caregiver, you will provide care and clinical-related services consistent with each resident's comprehensive assessment and care plan. Caregivers are expected to deliver all care with kindness, compassion and joy!

Essential Duties

Provide residents' care (i.e., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) daily and as needed

Change bed linen and regularly maintain appropriate grooming supplies in the resident's room

Ambulate and transfer residents, utilizing appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics

Record resident vital signs, weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information, as assigned

Routinely turn and position residents as necessary. Preparing each resident's room with necessary items such as blankets, pillows, medical equipment, and toiletries

Ensure a report has been given regarding his/her residents at the beginning of each shift

Respond to call lights/buzzers promptly and courteously, considering each light an emergency until answered

Seek assistance from the charge nurse when unsure of an assignment, procedure, or situation

Provide care that protects and promotes resident rights, dignity, privacy, confidentiality and active participation

Offer and respect resident choices and handle all resident property with respect

Refer to residents by proper names unless the resident requests otherwise, avoid the use of all pet names

Observe and immediately report to Charge Nurse, ADON or DON unusual occurrences, significant changes in resident's physical or behavioral condition, patterns of decreased social interaction, angry or sad behaviors, and refusals of treatment

Work Experience Requirements

Prior experience giving personal care to individuals in a health care setting preferred

Effective verbal and written English communication skills

Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality

Enthusiasm and a positive attitude

Work independently, maintain confidentiality and professionalism, and be a positive leader

Demonstrate practical interpersonal skills as well as sound judgment and good decision-making skills

Maintain good working relationships with residents and co-workers

Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned

What We Offer

We offer On-Demand Pay so you can access wages you've already earned between paydays. Perfect for unexpected expenses!

Competitive salary

401(k) retirement plan (available to both full-time and part-time employees)

Opportunities for professional growth and development

A supportive, inclusive work environment where you can make a meaningful impact

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits for eligible full-time employees

The opportunity to be part of a growing, vibrant company

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