CAREGIVER/MEDTECH

About the role

LakeHouse Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan. Our company, which was built on our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs thousands of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Care Giver:
• Responsible for a designated group of residents during the shift; knows where their residents are and physically checks on them throughout the shift.
• Observes, reports and documents symptoms and conditions of residents for changes in condition such as skin, behavior, alertness, weight, dietary and participation in activities.
• Responds to security system and resident call bells promptly.
• Notifies supervisor and/or Health Care Coordinator if a resident has increased care needs.
• Maintains cleanliness of resident’s room and work areas.
• Engages residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities.
• Greets and assists all internal and external customers, guests, family members, residents, vendors and team members.
• Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, weight, pulse and respiration rates.
• Medication Tech:
• Reviews service plan to learn pertinent information about residents.
• Assists/observes medications and treatments for each resident using the medication observation record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass.
• Maintains confidentiality of all resident information including resident medication.
• Reports all resident concerns made while assisting resident with the medication to the Nurse and/or Health Care Coordinator (HCC).
• Restocks medication cart after all medication passes.
• Counts all narcotics with another Medication Care Manager or Nurse each shift.
• Follows re-fill process for medications.
• Participates in the development of the Service Plan and monthly updates.
• Documents and initials form as medications are given including appropriate documentation for refusal or missed doses.
• Participates in the development of the Service Plan and monthly updates.
• Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, sharp sticks and hazardous chemicals immediately.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse’s Aid certification preferred.
• High School diploma/GED
• Must be 18 years of age.
• CPR Certification preferred
• First Aid Certification preferred
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, LakeHouse offers a comprehensive benefits package. Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Variable schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident insurance policies

EOE D/V

LakeHouse Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.