Caregiver 2nd Shift

About the Role

The Caregiver/CNA provides high-quality, compassionate care and assistance to residents and tenants in assisted living settings. This includes support with activities of daily living (ADLs), promoting a safe and clean environment, observing and reporting health changes, and collaborating with other departments such as dietary, housekeeping, and activities. The role serves diverse client groups, including individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia, mental illness, physical disabilities, terminal illnesses, and frail elderly populations.

Responsibilities

• Resident Care & Support:
  • Assist residents with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including:
    • Bathing, grooming, and dressing
    • Toileting and incontinence care
    • Mobility and transfers
    • Eating and hydration
    • Medication reminders (if trained and delegated)
  • Encourage and assist residents in maintaining independence and dignity.
  • Monitor and promptly report changes in physical, emotional, or mental condition to supervisory staff.
  • Review and follow each resident’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP) prior to assuming care responsibilities.
  • Ensure accurate charting and record keeping.
• Housekeeping, Safety & Environment:
  • Support a clean, safe, and home-like environment by:
    • Performing light housekeeping duties (e.g., making beds, tidying rooms, laundry, basic cleaning)
    • Assisting with disinfecting and sanitation practices in resident areas
    • Reporting safety hazards and maintenance concerns immediately
  • Follow infection control and standard precaution procedures.
• Support to Other Departments:
  • Assist the Dietary Department with meal setup, service, clean-up, and encouraging fluid and nutritional intake.
  • Support the Activities Department by encouraging and escorting residents to activities and assisting with setup and engagement.
  • Partner with all departments to ensure smooth operations and resident satisfaction.
• Training & Mentorship:
  • Serve as a mentor and trainer to new caregiving staff, demonstrating tasks and best practices.
  • Coach and support new hires during onboarding to promote confidence, competence, and team cohesion.
  • Communicate clearly with supervisors regarding trainee progress and development needs.
• Confidentiality & Compliance:
  • Maintain resident privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations and company policies.
  • Access resident information only as needed to provide care or complete job responsibilities.
  • Report any suspected confidentiality or privacy breaches to your supervisor immediately.
• Other Responsibilities:
  • Attend mandatory meetings and ongoing in-service opportunities.
  • Meet annual continuing education requirements in accordance with DHS regulations.
  • Actively promote a healthy approach by communicating, interacting, and working cooperatively to meet resident/tenant needs.
  • Follow proper protocol during emergency situations.
  • Support a dignified, respectful, and caring atmosphere with residents, families, visitors, and fellow employees.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred but not required.
• Completion of required CBRF core trainings:
  • Standard Precautions
  • Fire Safety
  • First Aid/Choking
  • Resident Rights
• Experience working with older adults or persons with disabilities strongly preferred.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented attitude.

Additional Expectations

Platinum Communities expects all employees to present themselves in a neat, clean, and professional manner.