Weekend Care Partner (CNA) - Memory Care
Company: Kensington Senior Living, LLC
Location: Reston
Posted on: January 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description: Care Partner- Memory Care Department: Memory
CareSupervisor: Director of Memory Care Employment Status: Hourly
Full or Part TimeDays: Friday-SundayShifts: 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm
Summary: The Care Manager- Memory Care provides direct care to
residents in the Memory Care neighborhood including activities of
daily living, therapeutic activities programs, and restorative
programs. Assistance may be total, partial, or stand by depending
upon physical and cognitive ability of resident. Duties and
Responsibilities: Assures the maximum quality of life for all
residents by maintaining privacy, accommodating individual
preference, promoting independence, encouraging and assisting
participation in community activities and events, and communicating
respectfully at all times. Assists residents in and out of bed and
chair/wheelchair with the correct use of the transfer techniques if
required. Depending on residents' weight and physical abilities,
may require the assistance of another aide or the use of a
mechanical lift to move the resident. If resident is unable to
reposition self, provide assistance to turn and reposition resident
intermittently. Assists residents in bathing as assigned. Monitor
hygiene continuously and assist as needed to ensure that residents
and their clothing are clean. Assists in personal grooming of
residents including brushing hair, brushing teeth, trimming
fingernails and toenails, and assists residents in dressing or
undressing. Folds or hangs clean clothing items and places soiled
items in hamper. Removes soiled bedding and replaces with clean
linens as needed. Assists residents in using bathroom and perineal
care. May be required to provide, remove and clean bedpans, urinals
catheter bags, and bedside commodes. Assists residents to dining
area for meals or provides meals in room as required. Assists in
delivery dining service to residents and documenting intake of
nourishment as needed. Serves in-between meal nourishment and
assists as needed. Records amount eaten by residents as needed.
Assists in maintaining cleanliness, condition, and supplies in
resident suites by observing and reporting housekeeping and
maintenance needs and obtaining care supplies from the community or
family as needed. Maintains all work and service areas in clean and
orderly condition. Assists in maintaining resident records.
Documents assistance provided to residents at the end of each
shift. Communicates all changes and unusual observation concerning
residents physical and psychosocial functioning. Attends training
courses and participates in other professional development
activities as required. Report any suspicion or evidence of elder
abuse, mistreatment or neglect as outlined in Human Resources
Policies. Knowledge and Skill: Must be kind, caring, and possess a
genuine desire to work with seniors.Must have excellent verbal
skills and communication abilities.Ability to work effectively
within a team based environment.Strong time management and
organizational skills.Ability to effectively present information
and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and
families.Ability to calculate figures related to amounts such as
percentages and area.Ability to solve practical problems and deal
with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only
limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of
instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Qualifications: Must be able to clearly and proficiently
communicate with people of all ages and abilities, displaying
consideration of their rights and sensitivities, while maintaining
an energetic, positive attitude.Must be able to read and write
English, and follow verbal and written instructions.Must maintain a
clean and well-groomed appearance and follow the dress code as
outlined in the employee handbook.Ability to work flexible hours
including weekends and evenings.Be in good health, and physically
and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks.Demonstrates
freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis by a health screening performed
by a physician not more than (6) months prior to or (7) days after
employmentMust be cleared in a criminal background check
administered in the state of Virginia.High school diploma or
equivalent is required.Nurse Aide Certification or equivalent is
required.Must be at least 18 years of age unless certified in
Virginia as a Nurse AideOne (1) year of experience working as a
Certified Nurse Assistant including some medical/surgical or home
care experience and awareness of the needs of geriatric residents.
Mental and Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of
this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision
and the ability to adjust focus. The team member regularly is
required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel
objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms above,
below and at shoulder height.The team member frequently lifts
and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Must be able to push a minimum of 200
pounds and be able to push such weight a minimum distance of 200
feet.May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents
during an emergency.Work area may be subject to noise,
distractions, and interruptions. Ability to remain calm and
positive in stressful situations. The COVID-19 vaccine is a
condition of employment.PI201437045
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