Unlicensed Assistive Personnel- Assisted Living

Apple Ridge Assisted Living

The primary purpose of your position, as a UAP, is to provide personal care and delegated nursing services designed to maintain the clients’ physical and emotional well-being in our assisted living center.

I. STANDARD REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 16 years of age.
• Adaptability and flexibility in dealing with changing situations and an ability to remain calm when dealing with clients and their families, with a positive and pleasant manner and kind tone of voice.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and observation skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with peers and supervisors and clients.
• Ability to deal tactfully and compassionately with clients, their family members, other staff and to always exhibit good customer service skills.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions, including medical terminology.
• Ability to work independently and to use good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to work flexible times, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Experience in working with older adults. Previous experience in a hospital, nursing home or home care agency preferred.
• Must be dependable and punctual, with a good attendance record.
• Must follow the building dress code and maintain good personal hygiene and grooming.
• Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
• Must work as a team member with other personnel, the LPN and RN.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must receive a “not disqualified” criminal background result from the Department of Human Services and may not be on the OIG exclusions list.
• Must be screened for TB.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must pass a drug test.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist the client with personal cares as identified in the assignment sheet/client care plan. These cares may include all or some of the following: assisting with dressing, grooming and oral cares; shampooing of hair; assisting with showering or bathing; rubbing with lotions; fingernail cares and foot cares if instructed to do so by an RN; redirection of a confused client, and other cares as assigned.
• Assist in the use of hearing aids and glasses for clients.
• Medication reminders, assistance, or administration as delegated by RN.
• Take and record temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration as instructed. Report changes or concerns to RN.
• Notify RN of any complaints or concerns raised by the client or the client’s family or representative.
• Help each client to reach and maintain his/her highest level of performance and independence. Must promote clients’ independence, not dependence, by offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
• Establish rapport with clients, lead clients in activities as assigned, and provide socialization and companionship to clients while performing assigned tasks.
• Assist with treatments as delegated by the RN according to the client’s individualized care plan or with therapy tasks as assigned by a licensed health professional.
• Observe the client and report to the LPN or RN changes in the client’s physical and emotional condition, such as a change in attitude, appearance, loss of appetite, weight, etc.
• Assist co-workers with daily responsibilities when needed.
• Organize and prioritize assigned work during scheduled shifts to complete assigned tasks.
• Is responsible for taking adequate supplies or equipment to the clients’ homes that are needed to complete the assigned tasks.
• Document services provided accurately and consistently with agency policies and complete all required paperwork in a timely and legible manner.
• Attend required in-service training—at least 8 hours for every 12 months of employment as well as staff meetings and other agency events.
• Follow agency procedures for universal precautions when performing assigned tasks.
• Maintain a clean environment for clients. Dust, vacuum, mop, and other household chores as scheduled and assigned
• Checking blood glucose.
• Use validation techniques and/or appropriate diversion activities when dealing with clients with dementia.
• Follow the agency dress code and wear a name tag while at work and maintain good personal hygiene and grooming.
• Follow agency policies regarding safety rules and requirements and report any issues or concerns about your safety or any injuries immediately to the LPN or RN.
• Will be mandated to stay and work 4 hours before or after your shift if a shift is not covered for that day due to any number of reasons.
• Unlicensed Personnel will report to RN or Director of Assisted Living as their supervisors.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.70 - $22.59 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Overnight shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Appleton, MN 56208: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $23