Job Summary:

Give various care assistance and related basic hygiene assistance to Enhanced Living residents.

 

Job Standards:

Follow/adhere to the Code of Conduct

Follow/adhere to organization, federal/state regulations and guidelines, including Resident Rights

Maintain neatness, cleanliness, good personal hygiene, and a well-groomed appearance, adhering to dress code of the department

Perform duties of job without posing a threat to the health and safety of themselves or others

Maintain sound mental and physical health and strength

Must be free of communicable diseases

Exhibit the Core Values of Messiah Lifeways

Follow team standards of the Neighborhood

Assume accountability for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the assigned duties and within his or her span of control

Will assume responsibility to ensure secure handling of information, and will adhere to HIPAA Privacy and Security standards

Recognize your role as part of the QAPI efforts of your organization and attend training to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work

Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned

Look for and share with leadership ideas for improvement in the organization

 

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Assist residents with personal hygiene when such assistance is needed

Encourage and support residents to be as independent as possible in performance of activities of daily living

Perform tasks related to personal hygiene and physical comfort of residents as required or requested

Answer call bells timely and respond appropriately to the residents’ needs

Communicate and take direction from Charge Nurse and/or Enhanced Living Director of Nursing for medical issues and medications

Transfer residents from bed to chair, etc., with personnel assistance as necessary

Report changes in residents' physical condition, mental status, and appetites to Charge Nurse

Take meal trays to residents who require this service

Help to orient new residents to the Neighborhood

Actively participates in orientation and training of new team members

Properly use and care for neighborhood supplies and equipment in a cost effective manner

Keep work area neat and clean

Report needed repairs and equipment failure to the Neighborhood Mentor, Charge Nurse or EL Neighborhood Manager

Utilize safety devices and follow safety precautions

Aware of, and works within, the guidelines of the Residents Bill of Rights

Attend Support Plan Meetings as requested by the EL Neighborhood Manager and offer feedback to update RASPs as necessary

Follow emergency procedures and respond rapidly and appropriately to emergencies ensuring the safety of the residents and team members

Document proficiently in PCC/POC all services provided to residents during his/her shift

Follow proper procedures and promotes safe work practices in order to maintain a safe working environment

Confidentiality regarding resident information must be maintained in strict confidence, as well as other information pertaining to the business of Messiah Lifeways

Willingness to assist with covering parts of shifts and/or different shifts as necessary during staffing concerns as part of the team

Willingness to engage with residents as part of the Person Centered Community Minded philosophy to include one on one visits or activities as time allows

Complete training through Relias in a timely manner and attend meetings and other trainings as required

Follow policies and procedures regarding scheduling (i.e. calling-off, requesting time off, per diem requirements, etc.)

Additional duties and tasks as assigned by the EL Neighborhood Manager