CAREGIVER

Title: Caregiver Reports to: Director of Healthcare Services, Registered Nurse or Nurse on Duty Requirements: High school graduate or G.E.D. certified, good character, verifiable certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant or a Certified Home Health Aide Position Summary: The Caregiver is an important member of the care team of the Mill Gardens Assisted Living facility. 1. The Caregiver works cooperatively with other staff members. 2. The Caregiver is courteous and respectful to all residents, visitors and staff. The Caregiver is respectful of Residents’ Rights. 3. The Caregiver listens carefully to residents’ requests and responds promptly. If he/she cannot respond, the request is directed to the appropriate person. 4. The Caregiver provides cues and reminders about meals, activities, events, etc. 5. The Caregiver assists with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, dressing, walking, toileting, getting in and out of bed, getting in and out of a chair, etc. 6. The Caregiver may assist a resident with his/her own personal laundry, if requested. 7. The Caregiver provides incontinence care, including linen changes when Housekeepers are not on duty or unavailable. 8. The Caregiver assists with Activities, as requested. 9. The Caregiver assists with snacks or meals, as requested. 10. The Caregiver observes his/her residents carefully and reports any changes or problems to the Nurse on Duty and documents this information in the Communication Log with date, time and signature. 11. The Caregiver does other duties as requested by his/her supervisor. Physical Job Requirements To fulfill job requirements, employee must be able to perform key physical tasks for extended period of time. When supporting, lifting or transferring residents, proper body mechanics and safety measures, as prescribed by the residence, must be used. In a typical 8-hour day, employee may: • Stand/walk up to six hours a day • Sit up to three hours a day • Frequently support up to 70 pounds • Occasionally lift/carry up to 30 pounds • Frequently kneel, bend and reach • Secure proper assistance for transferring and lifting residents, as needed. Job Type: Full-time