Caregiver/CNA (All Shifts)

About the role

Thrive Senior Living is seeking immediate hires for full-time and part-time CNA/Care Givers. Comprehensive benefits package including a 401K for all team members.

Responsibilities

• Verify an individualized service plan (ISP) of the resident and ensure appropriate care is being provided to the correct resident.
• Recognize and respond to the needs of residents.
• Report changes in the resident’s condition to the Supervisor as soon as possible.
• Promote the independence of resident decisions.
• Report and document the resident’s intake on per meal percentage sheet and report to the Supervisor.
• Report and document accidents and incidents when they occur.
• Assist with resident move-ins, transferring, and move-outs.
• Routinely review work assignments and schedules to update or change task objectives.
• Notify the supervisor of pending absence or tardiness within the timeframe described in the Associate Handbook.
• Communicate with co-workers at all levels to adequately meet the needs of residents.
• As instructed, assist residents with the following personal care functions and explain each procedure to the resident as care is given:
• Dental and mouth care.
• Bathing.
• Dressing and grooming.
• Haircare.
• Nail care.
• Shaving.
• Bowel and bladder care.
• Other personal and hygiene care.
• Observe and report the presence of pressure areas to prevent decubiti and provide skincare according to policy.
• Assure that the Staff Call System is within easy reach at all times and answered promptly.
• Measure and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, and height.
• Report any resident abuse immediately.
• Observe, monitor, and report symptoms of potential skin breakdown and/or decubitus ulcers, and intervene with appropriate skincare as instructed.
• Assist with the application of slings, elastic bandages, binders, etc.
• Observe, monitor, and report conditions of disoriented and comatose residents.
• Attend and participate in orientation programs, ongoing training, and educational classes.
• Follow established safety precautions and observe, monitor, and intervene or report unsafe conditions in the facility.
• Follow established smoking regulations and report violations.
• Wash hands before and after performing services for residents.
• Review of Resident Assessment and Plans of Care to residents’ conditions, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of resident care, procedures, and documentation, and communicate with the resident on an adult and mature basis with dignity and respect for the resident’s rights and wishes.
• Immediately report any communicable or infectious disease that you contract.
• Follow established universal precautions and isolation procedures.
• Perform emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and first aid.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required educational background: Completing the 10th grade.
• Preferred educational background: High School diploma or equivalency.
• Required CPR certification as required by Federal and/or State regulations.

Skills

• Observation and monitoring of resident’s physical, psychosocial, and safety needs.
• Communication of care, compassion, concern, and dignity for residents.
• Problem-solving and resolution of issues.
• Customer service and management of difficult situations.
• Interpersonal skills and maintaining confidentiality.
• Oral communication and presentation of information.
• Planning and time utilization for efficient work.
• Written skills for clear and informative communication.