Caregiver Job Description
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: · Assists with all of the care needs a resident might require · Maintains confidentiality of resident and fellow employee’s information · Notifies Resident Care Coordinator/Executive Director/RN of resident changes of condition · Assists in the dining room during meal times including, but not limited to, set up, take meal/beverage orders, serve, bus tables · Assists with activities when required and/or be responsible for getting the residents to scheduled activities · Responsible for getting residents ready and to the lobby for scheduled appointments · Will be aware of what constitutes a change of condition and report to Medication Aide/Resident Care Coordinator/RN immediately · Capable of taking accurate vital signs and weights · Capable of assisting in-care needs of residents, which might include lifting requirements up to 40 pounds · Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or any other management staff Other Requirements: High school graduate preferred · Proficiency in English required · Has familiarity and willingness to work with the elderly population. Previous experience preferred, but not necessary. We are willing to train! · Attend and participate in the scheduled mandatory in-services and other scheduled meetings