Caregiver Job Description
Description:
The Caregiver is responsible for all assigned duties related to the care, well-being and safety of the residents.
Requirements:
Age 18 or over, DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearances, current first aid certification, health screening and negative TB test (must be less than 6 months old and can be completed within 7 days of hire), able to lift 20 pounds unassisted and push 40 pounds unassisted, and will comply with facility policies and procedures and State Licensing guidelines. All duties and responsibilities herein must be completed in a competent manner
Responsibilities:
Perform safety checks on residents. Give bathing assistance. Give dressing assistance. Give feeding assistance. Assist in resident hygiene management. Offer medication assistance, if properly trained. Escort residents to/from meals, activities, etc. Clean rooms as necessary. Complete resident laundry as requested. Chart and document appropriate information. Assist with residents' dietary needs, including preparing meals if necessary Ensure safety and health of all residents at all times. Complete Incident Reports as necessary Report all health, safety and sanitation concerns to supervisor. Report known or suspected elder abuse as required and described in SOC 34 IA. Provides and leads resident activities. Communicate with residents. Assist in resident emergencies, including calling 911 when necessary Participate in initial and ongoing training as required by DSS and H&S Codes.
Trained in First Aid and, if required by the Facility, CPR trained as well. Training in Resident Rights as described in the LIC 613C-2 updated for 2016 laws, including but not limited to no retaliation in response to resident complaints Other duties as directed by the Administrator or Licensee.