What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Assistant - Assisted Living position at avera?
Location: Sioux Center, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Evening Shift (United States of America) Discover a Career of Faith and Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities. A Career that You Will Love: There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health. A Chance to Make a Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture. Position Highlights Sioux Center Health has been awarded a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital award, Top Workplace honor by The Des Moines Register, and won Best of the Northwest in 12 healthcare categories. Sioux County also ranked #6 in the nation for being one of the Healthiest Communities according to U.S. News & World Report and CVS. There’s a reason we are a recognized healthcare leader. Summary The Care Assistant performs duties for the residents of Assisted/Independent Living at Crown Pointe Estates. The position provides assistance for personal care, meals, laundry, housekeeping, activity assistance, and any additional needs of residents. Assists the medication aide as needed. General Hours of Work Part time, evening shifts from 4pm - 9pm and 6pm - 9pm, rotating weekends, rotating holidays. Education and/or Experience High school diploma of GED preferred, but not required. Experience in working with the elderly population preferred, but not required. Certificate, Licenses, Registrations Certified Nurse Aide Certification preferred, but not required. Must obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire date. Essential Functions Completes assigned responsibilities as delegated by RN supervisor to care for each individual resident. Provides feedback to RN/LPN supervisor regarding resident care and reports resident concern appropriately. Assures safety of all residents. Assists with meal set up and serving. Assures that all residents are provided meals (either in their room or through the dining room) that receive meal service. Cleans all community areas: elevator, restrooms, offices, hallways, etc. Assists activities coordinator with activities as needed. Provides assistance for residents as needed or requested for daily living, including, but not limited to, transfers, general housekeeping and laundry services. Completes charting and documentation on residents, available to take vital signs. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.