Resident Aids, Med Techs and Care Partners 7a

Company: Harbor Retirement Associates
Location: Sarasota
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Essential Functions: * Provides quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the resident philosophy and policies and resident rights* Assists residents in meeting their physical, emotional and spiritual needs* Adheres to each resident's Level of Care (LOC), notifies supervisor of any changes in resident's condition* Answers and responds to resident calls in a timely manner* Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL)* Checks residents every two (2) hours and reports findings* Completes assignment sheets daily.* Encourages residents to attend meals in the dining room by escorting to and from Dining room* Assists residents with meals in ways that meet their individual needs and desires, while being cognizant of changes in appetites and physical abilities to eat and drink* Assists with cleaning and setting the dining room as directed by supervisor* Assists with cleaning and tidying resident's room as directed by supervisor* Assists with resident's personal laundry as directed by supervisor* Establishes and maintains good relationships with residents and their families* Disposes of all incontinent products according to OSHA regulations and Company policy* Practices proper body mechanics when lifting following safety guidelines* Responds to resident emergencies* Works assigned schedule* Follows proper procedure for clocking in and out for shifts* Follows guidelines for uniforms and wears name badge daily* Follows policy on signing equipment in and out, and uses Company assigned equipment properly as intended Non-Essential Functions: * Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership* Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy* Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able* Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University* Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis* Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent* Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation* All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements: * Must have a high school education* Non-Certification with proper training, or possession of valid state certification as C.N.A.* 1 - 3 years experience in a senior care community or nursing home environment preferred* Has a good understanding of how Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease can affect behavior* Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts* Must be available to work weekends Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens

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