Description

Assists the Administrator of Personal Care and the Resident Care Director in the safe management of the medication needs of residents by creating a person-centered standard of daily life which celebrates individuality and autonomy for residents and in which residents, families, visitors and staff are treated with respect and dignity. Assists residents who are functionally, physically, cognitively, and/or socially impaired, and need twenty-four-hour assistance. Assist residents with activities of daily living while fostering the residents’ independence and freedom of choice. All responsibilities will be conducted with an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the residents and in a manner that is consistent with the philosophy of Personal Care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). One to three months related healthcare experience. Understanding of the aging process and dementia related diseases.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, policies and procedures and medication orders. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability pass the Department of Human Resources (DHS) required on-line caregiver training.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Reads, understands, and tests for the Medication Administration Course. Passes theDHS Medication Course.
• Attends and passes Diabetic Class held yearly by a Certified Diabetic Educator.
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Ability to monitor health status including adverse reaction to medications.
• Ability to communicate names of medication and explain purpose.
• Ability to communicate with emergency services, physician and physician extenders.