Direct Care Worker - Every Other Weekend Nights (Sat-Sun)

Position: Direct Care Worker

Department: Nursing Reports To: Director or Designee FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The Direct Care Worker provides compassionate, resident-centered care to individuals living in personal care and memory care. This position assists residents with activities of daily living, medication administration (upon successful completion of required training), housekeeping, activities, and other supportive services to promote each resident's independence, dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral care, eating, mobility, transfers, and incontinence care.

Observe residents and promptly report changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition.

Obtain and document vital signs as assigned.

Assist residents with meals, hydration, and menu selections.

Escort residents throughout the community and to transportation as needed.

Encourage resident participation in recreational, social, and therapeutic activities.

Maintain resident dignity, privacy, and independence in all interactions.

Successfully complete all required Medication Administration training and competency testing.

Safely administer medications and treatments within the scope of certification and facility policy.

Verify resident identity prior to administering medications.

Monitor medication supplies and notify appropriate personnel of refill needs.

Maintain security of medication carts and medication keys.

Accurately document resident care, medication administration, observations, and significant changes in accordance with facility policy and state regulations.

Complete required reports and documentation in a timely manner.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized resident environment.

Complete assigned housekeeping and laundry duties.

Ensure common areas remain clean and welcoming.

Follow infection prevention and control practices at all times.

Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, healthcare providers, residents, and families.

Participate in shift report and resident care planning.

Assist with orientation of new employees as assigned.

Support coworkers to ensure quality resident care.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED required.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Previous caregiving experience is preferred but not required.

On-the-job training provided.

Must successfully complete Pennsylvania Personal Care Home Medication Administration training and competency requirements.

Must complete all required dementia education and annual mandatory training.

This position works in a personal care and memory care environment with frequent interaction with residents, visitors, families, physicians, and coworkers. Weekend, holiday, evening, and overtime work may be required to meet resident care needs.

I have read and understand the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. I understand this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and that additional duties may be assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

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