Caregiver PRN
Maristone of Providence - Clinical
Mt. Juliet, TN
Maristone of Providence is growing!
Integrity is the heart of our culture! We are committed to a welcoming and inclusive community where residents and associates thrive. If you have a passion for Seniors then come join our Team!
General
- Perform support and assistance to nursing personnel and assist with promoting a compassionate physical and psychosocial environment for the residents.
Responsibilities
- Meet physical and sensory requirements stated below and be able to work in the described environment.
- Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives that improve the customer experience, enhance workflow, and/or improve the work environment.
- Assist residents with personal care (i.e., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) of residents daily and as needed.
- Change bed linen and maintain appropriate grooming supplies in resident room on a regular basis.
- Assist with Ambulation and transfer residents, when necessary, utilizing appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics.
- Observe residents carefully and report changes in condition to Charge Nurse.
- Recognize a resident's ability to make choices and support these within the constraints of the care giving environment.
- Assist residents obtaining adequate hydration in regular intervals each day according to specific resident needs.
- Keep an accurate record of food intake and output, as directed.
- Maintain established housekeeping standards within assigned duty areas.
- Be alert for proper ventilation, temperature, light and noise control.
- Promptly answer call lights and assist with other resident needs.
- Utilize proper body mechanics when lifting or transporting residents.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
- Current/active CPR certification, preferred. (State specific)
- Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
- Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
- Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate.
- Ability to deal with new tasks without the benefit of written procedures.
- Approachable, flexible, and adaptable to change.
- Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employees and vendors.
Physical and Sensory requirements
- This role requires considerable physical activity.