- 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.
- Perform person-centered care in Assisted Living and Memory Care settings.
- 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.
- Complete Essential Paperwork
- 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.
- Life Enrichment Programming
- 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.
- 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.
The Care Partner is responsible for providing personal care and delegated nursing services designed to maintain the client’s physical and emotional well-being.