Home Health Aide/PM Shift
Company: Cardigan Ridge Senior Living
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY:This position is responsible for providing personal
care and designated health-related services designed to maintain
the resident's physical and emotional well-being for those
residents living at Cardigan Ridge Senior Living. This position
assists residents with tasks of daily living as indicated on the
Service Agreement, the Medication Administration Record (MAR), and
other services as delegated by the RN.QUALIFICATIONS:High School
education/GED or previous work experienceCNA/ NAR or HHA
Certificate preferred.Experience in working with older
adults.SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:This position requires
the incumbent to:Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working
with the elderly.Prioritize and organize work effectively and
efficiently.Possess skills to communicate effectively with
residents, families, staff and other customers.Possess the ability
to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence
and documentation, including medical terminology, in English.Be
punctual with a good attendance record.Must demonstrate good
interpersonal skills.Understand how to use, carry and be
responsible for the cell phone while on duty.ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONS AND TASKS:Medication AdministrationAdminister medications
and give reminders to residents as required according to the
Medication Administration Record (MAR) and as delegated by the RN
Supervisor.Follow policy for administrating medications PRN
standing orders.Follow policy and procedure for narcotic
administration and documentation.Follow policy and procedure for
medication administration when a resident is leaving the
building.Follows policy and procedures when receiving new or
changed medication orders.Reorder medications and supplies weekly,
or as needed.Understand standard precautions used for infection
control and adhere to them.Other medication administration duties
as assigned by RN Supervisor. Provide personal and direct care to
residentsAssist residents with activities of daily living as
indicated on their individual service agreement (including, but not
limited to dressing, showering, grooming, toilet assistance and
escorting).Assist residents with daily room order and light
housekeeping.Assist residents with personal laundry duties, which
may include ironing.Maintain a clean and healthy
environment.Promote independence, not dependence, with residents
offering choices and fostering self-help skills.Perform routine
procedures as delegated by the RN Supervisor.Documenting and
reportingDocument any changes in residents' condition in the
resident chart and communication log. Report these changes to the
RN Supervisor.Completes incident reports according to
policy.Reports to RN Supervisor any medication changes or any PRN
medications that have been administered to a resident.Understands
procedures regarding assisted living tasks and charting procedures
when performing these tasks.Recognizing abnormal signs and
symptoms, or changes in residents' condition.Documenting duties
completed with residents on the service delivery record during each
shift. Complete essential paperworkFiling papers in residents'
charts as needed.Signing Medication Administration Records (MAR's)
monthly.Reviewing and signing all new residents plan of care/
weekly service record and changes in current residents' plan of
care.Reading the communication book and checking employee mailbox
before the start of each shift.Checking outgoing US mailbox,
collecting US mail delivered and distributing US mail and in-house
mail to the residents.Other documentation as assigned and/ or
needed.Knowledge and compliance with state regulationsUnderstand
and adhere to the Vulnerable Adult and abuse policy, Bill of Rights
and HIPPA.Works to assure facility is in compliance with federal,
state and local standards and regulations.Complete a minimum of
eight (8) hours of documented training.Be up to date with
completing mantoux tests or chest x-rays. Activity
ProgrammingEncourage, gather and/ or escort residents to
participate in scheduled activity programs.Lead activity programs
as assigned.Socialize with residents and incorporate new ideas and
resident suggestions into programming.Participate and function
effectively as a team memberDevelop and maintain a positive working
relationship with other Unlicensed Personnel's, housekeeper,
Nursing staff, kitchen staff and other Name of AL staff.Provide
back up to other staff as needed to ensure 24 hours
staffing.Communicate information regarding residents care needs and
changes to the team and families.Provide proactive and constructive
participation in staff meetings.Be compassionate and work with tact
and ethical awareness.Be flexible and adaptable to changing
situations.Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire, weather
or emergency situations.Follow through promptly on requested
duties.Assisted kitchen staff at meal times with set up, serving
and clean up.Provide on-the-job training for new associates.Must be
mature and emotionally stable using a calm and kind tone of
voice.The ability to remain calm in difficult or unusual
circumstances.Other duties as assignedSupport the mission and
values of Cardigna Ridge.
Keywords: Cardigan Ridge Senior Living, St. Paul , Home Health Aide/PM Shift, Other , Saint Paul, Minnesota
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