Caregiver @ The Kensington

About the Role

We are seeking talented team members at Kisco Kensington. The Caregiver administers resident medication or assists residents with self-administration of medication and coordinates treatments to residents. Provide assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being.

Responsibilities

• Observe residents for any changes in condition and report to Care Services Director, Resident Care Coordinator (RCC)/Dementia Care Coordinator (DCC), or appropriate physician
• Assist residents with simple requests as needed or find an appropriate associate to assist
• Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations, and enhance resident satisfaction
• Document and report changes of condition and use company forms for resident care documentation
• Provide medication set up and assistance
• Log in medications from pharmacies, verify physician’s orders, and communicate any concerns immediately
• Track all medications and re-order as needed
• Perform tasks with residents such as tracking vital signs, weight, diabetic testing and/or insulin injection (if state allowed), ambulation, and general activities
• Follow all regulatory and company policies regarding the destruction of medications as identified by the physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director
• Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the resident’s physician
• Familiarize with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications
• Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs
• Work toward maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, and personal safety
• Assist resident assistants as needed and whenever primary tasks are completed
• Track supplies that are needed and communicate to Care Services Director or RCC/DCC
• Work as part of the team within your department and across the community
• Support open and honest communication with and between all associates
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies daily
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
• Support continuous improvement
• Adhere to all regulations, laws, and Kisco standards, including the Associate Handbook
• Understand and support the community sales process
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• High school graduate
• Nursing Assistant course (State approved, if required)

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age (or meet state requirements)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Completed required training and/or certification (according to state) for assisting with medications
• Knowledgeable of pertinent regulations with monitoring and licensing of the residence
• Basic competency in using multiple forms of technology, including Microsoft Office applications, internet-based, and custom applications
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed

Pay

$22/$23 per hour

Schedule

Part-time, AM, PM, or NOC

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• A free meal per shift
• Healthcare benefits including vision and dental (full-time only)
• Matching 401k (full-time only)
• Paid time off
• Rewards and bonus opportunities
• Continuous training and growth opportunities

About Us

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years. All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process, which includes successfully passing a drug screen, a job-specific physical, a TB test, and a background check. If selected for employment, the company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements.