What are the responsibilities and job description for the PM Care Partner position at SERENITY LIVING CENTER, INC?
Medication Administration
Administer medications and give reminders to residents as required according the Electronic Medication Administration Record (EMAR) and as delegated by the RN Supervisor.
Follow policy and procedure for administering medications PRN standing orders, and narcotic administration and documentation.
Follow policy and procedure for medication administration when a resident is leaving the building or when receiving new/changed medication orders.
Understand precautions used for infections control and adhere to them.
Other medication administration duties as assigned by Clinical Nurse Supervisor.
Provide personal and direct care to residents
Assist residents with activities of daily living as indicated on their individual service agreement (including, but not limited to dressing, showering, grooming, toilet assistance, and escorting).
Assist residents with daily apartment order and light housekeeping.
Assist residents with personal laundry duties.
Maintain a clean and healthy environment.
Promote independence with residents offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
Perform routine procedures as delegated by the Clinical Nurse Supervisor.
Documenting and reporting
Document any changes in residents’ condition in the resident chart and communication log. Report these changes to the Clinical Nurse Supervisor.
Completes incident reports according to policy.
Complete Essential Paperwork
Review and sign your acknowledgement all new residents plan of care/weekly service record and changes in current residents’ plan of care.
Reading company internal messages before the start and throughout each shift.
Checking outgoing US mailbox, collecting US mail delivered and distributing US mail and in-house mail to the residents.
Other documentation as assigned and/or needed.
Knowledge & Compliance with State & Federal Regulations
Understand and adhere to the Vulnerable Adult and abuse policy, Bill of Rights, and HIPPA.
Works to assure facility is in compliance with federal, state, and local standards and regulations.
Complete the licensing minimum hours of documented training.
Life Enrichment Programming
Encourage, gather, and/or escort residents to participate in scheduled activity programs.
Facilitate activity programming as assigned, such as BINGO.
Socialize with residents and incorporate new ideas and resident suggestions into programming.
Participate & Function Effectively as a Team Member
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with other Serenity team members.
Provide back up to other staff as needed to ensure 24 hour-staffing.
Communicate information regarding resident’s care needs and changes to the team and families.
Provide proactive and constructive participation in staff meetings.
Be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.
Be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire, weather, or emergency situations.
Follow through promptly on requested duties.
Assist kitchen staff at mealtimes with set up, serving, and clean up.
Provide on-the-job-training for new Care Partners and Resident Aides.
Must be mature and emotionally stable using a calm and kind tone of voice.
The ability to remain calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.
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